Specific Hudson RCI Sheridan endotracheal tubes and connectors – medical device alert | Association of Anaesthetists

Specific Hudson RCI Sheridan endotracheal tubes and connectors – medical device alert

Specific Hudson RCI Sheridan endotracheal tubes and connectors - 15 mm connector may detach from the tube before or during use

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) have released a safety alert on specific Hudson RCI Sheridan endotracheal tubes and connectors due to incidences of 15 mm connectors detaching from the tube before or during use (MDA/2019/036).

Manufactured by Teleflex Medical – disconnection can result in inadequate oxygenation and ventilation requiring medical intervention to avoid hypoxia, severe neurological injury or death.

Find out more on the GOV.UK website