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Avanos Medical recalls Cortrak*2 EAS in the wake of reports of injury and death due to tube malfunctions.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has identified the recall of Avanos Medical's Cortrak*2 Enteral Access System (EAS) as an I Class recall.
Avanos Medical feeding tube A Class I recall is considered the most serious of all three classes.
Avanos Medical called off Cortrak*2, EAS, following injuries and deaths resulting from the misplacement of nasogastric tubs.
The device is able to aid trained health care professionals in placing medically-approved feeding tubes for patients. https://www.cyberera.com.ng/2022/05/17/avanos-medical-faces-class-i-recall-for-feeding-tube-system-linked-to-23-deaths-since-2015/ It also provides real-time details about the placement of tubes.
feeding tube placement However, improper placement of nasogastric/nasoenteric tubs can result in severe injuries or even death.
The recall covers 629 devices that were available in the US between February 1st, 2016 until 1 January 2022.
The communication regarding the recall from the company also stated that there have been sixty injuries and 23 deaths of patients since the year 2015 due to the misplacement or misplacement nasogastric feeding tubes while using the Cortrak* 2 EAS.
Avanos Medical is updating the labelling on the device after the recall. Avanos Medical Avanos Medical feeding tube This will include updating instructions regarding the use and intended uses of Cortrak*2 EAS.
The updated guidelines instruct users to verify that the tube is placed according to the protocols of the institution before to use.
Avanos Medical is based in Alpharetta (Georgia) America. It is a specialist in the manufacturing of medical devices. Avanos Medical The company has more than 90 markets that are branded with its brands.
The company signed a $160m contract in December last year to purchase OrthogenRx. Avanos Medical feeding tube Avanos Medical completed the acquisition on the 20th of January.
Avanos Medical
Homepage: https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recalls/avanos-medical-australia-pty-ltd-%E2%80%94-mic-gastrostomy-feeding-tubes-expanded-recall
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