Medical Device Recall: 1) Flex Extenders, 5.2" x 15mm OD x 15mm ID REF S6411P 2) Flex Extender, 5.2" x 15mm OD x 22/15mm ID REF 7 5132 The Westmed Flex Extenders are non invasive, single use/disposable, large bore, co
Westmed, Inc. · September 27, 2024
Reason for Recall
Due to connector within the circuit flex extender not meeting specifications resulting in a low connection force and as a result, the connector may leak or disconnect and may cause life threating conditions or death.
Product Description
1) Flex Extenders, 5.2" x 15mm OD x 15mm ID REF S6411P 2) Flex Extender, 5.2" x 15mm OD x 22/15mm ID REF 7 5132 The Westmed Flex Extenders are non invasive, single use/disposable, large bore, corrugated plastic tubes that provide a flexible, low resistance lightweight connection between breathing circuits and patient interface (tracheal tube, tracheostomy tube, or mask).
Distribution
U.S.: AK, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA, VT, WA, and WV O.U.S.: N/A
States Affected
AK, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA, VT, WA, WV
Quantity Affected
50,050 units
Source: FDA (openFDA Device Enforcement)
Recall number: Z-0263-2025
Status: ongoing
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