FDAJuly 29, 2015device
KimVent* Closed Suction System for Neonates/Pediatrics, 6 F, Elbow (Product Code 206); KimVent* Closed Suction System for Neonates/Pediatrics, 8 F, Elbow (Product Code 208); KimVent* Closed Suction System for Pediatrics, 10 F, Elbow (Product Code 210); KimVent* Closed Suction System for Neonates/...
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.
The hazard
The thumb valve of some KIMVENT Closed Suction Systems remained partially open after suctioning was completed, even though the valve appeared to be closed or in the "LOCKED" position.
What to do
FDA enforcement status: Terminated
Brands named
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Recall history
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