FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#161230

Product

Custom Made Tracheostomy Device The CADD Administration Sets with Flow Stop are designed to be used with a variety of CADD ambulatory infusion pumps to allow fluid delivery from an IV bag.

FDA product code
JOHTube Tracheostomy And Tube Cuff
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Anesthesiology
Affected lot / code info
GS025081

Why it was recalled

Smiths Medical determined that a single custom Tracheostomy device had been shipped to the customer without required sterilization.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Under Investigation by firm

Action the firm took

The firm, Smith Medical, notified the consignee by phone on July 29, 2017 of the Field Corrective Action Report. The consignee was instructed to return the devices for destruction and replacement. If you have any questions, contact VP, Global Quality and Regulatory at 219-989-9150.

Recalling firm

Firm
Smiths Medical ASD, Inc.
Address
5700 W 23rd Ave, Gary, Indiana 46406-2617

Distribution

Distribution pattern
International Distribution to:Germany

Timeline

Recall initiated
2016-07-15
Terminated
2020-04-24
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #161230. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.