FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#143084

Product

Covidien Kangaroo Polyurethane Feeding Tube Radiopaque Line, Safe Enteral Connections 8 Fr/Ch (2.7 mm) x 20" (51 cm); Catalog Number: 461701. Intended for pediatric feeding.

FDA product code
KNTTubes, Gastrointestinal (And Accessories)
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Gastroenterology, Urology
510(k) numbers
K820442
Affected lot / code info
Lot Code: 521808064X

Why it was recalled

8FR 16 PVC tubes were packaged in a 6.5 FR 36 Polyurethane packs and 8FR 20 PVC tubes were packaged in an 8FR 20 Polyurethane packs

Root cause (FDA determination)

Labeling Change Control

Action the firm took

Medtronic/Covidien Customers notified via an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter, dated January 22, 2016. The letter identifies the affected product, instructs customers to discontinue use and quarantine any of the product, and return all affected inventory. Customers are also to complete the "Recalled Product Return Form." Questions or concerns can be directed to a Medtronic representative or Customer Service at 800-882-5878.

Recalling firm

Firm
Covidien LLC
Address
60 Middletown Ave, North Haven, Connecticut 06473-3908

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Worldwide Distribution -- US, to the state of CA; and, to Australia and Europe.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2016-01-21
Posted by FDA
2016-03-02
Terminated
2017-06-01
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #143084. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.