Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 18618 |
| Brand Name: | Hudson RCI Sheridan Sher-I-Bronch Endobronial Tubes |
| Model: | 5-15401, 5-16028, 5-16035, 5-16037, 5-16039, 5-16041, 5-16128, 5-16135, 5-16137, 5-16139, 5-16141, 5-16142 |
| Affected: | Selected batches |
| Software version: | |
| Recalling Organisation: | InterMed Medical Ltd 71 Apollo Drive Albany AUCKLAND 1311 |
| Contact Information: | 0800 333 444 |
| Manufacturer: | Teleflex Medical Inc |
| Issue: | Teleflex is recalling the products referenced above following receipt of customer complaints reporting that the double swivel connector may crack or separate on the endobronchial tube. Should this occur,the device may leak, causing a risk of respiratory distress or hypoxia that can, in some cases, lead to the need to re-intubate the patient. |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be returned to supplier |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 5/6/2015 |
