[Recalled] LMA Esophageal Intubation Detector (EID), Catalog Number EID100 The device is used to assist verification of placement of the endotracheal tube or esophageal/tracheal double lumen tube. This device is to be used as an adjunct
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | LMA Esophageal Intubation Detector (EID), Catalog Number EID100 The device is used to assist verification of placement of the endotracheal tube or esophageal/tracheal double lumen tube. This device is to be used as an adjunct to assess intubation. Its purpose is not to eliminate clinical judgment |
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| Brand / manufacturer | LMA North America Inc |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-2022-2012 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 23 May 2012 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: The recall was initiated because LMANA has received a complaint that the Esophageal Intubation Detector (EID100) has a potential to create a false positive if used on a patient during confirmation of intubation.
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.
Read the full official notice →
This page indexes a public government recall notice for reference. We do not sell or verify this product; always confirm the current status on the authority's official site.
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