MedSun: KidNet
KidNet
These subnetworks are designed to collect and share information about actual and potential adverse events from specific clinical areas of MedSun facilities using high-risk products.
For related information, see the latest device approvals that may be relevant to your specific clinical area.
The following is the latest content from the KidNet Subnetwork:
KidNet
Focuses on identifying, understanding, and solving problems with medical devices used in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units. To see recently submitted MedSun Neonatal and Pediatric Device Reports, see Neonatal and Pediatric Devices.
Portex Uncuffed Pediatric-Sized Tracheal Tubes (sizes 2.5, 3.0 and 3.5 mm) |
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FDA MedWatch Safety Alert
Smiths Medical and FDA notified healthcare professionals about a nationwide voluntary recall of Portex Uncuffed Pediatric-Sized Tracheal Tubes (sizes 2.5, 3.0 and 3.5 mm). A small number of tubes were manufactured with internal diameters slightly smaller than indicated on the labeling, which may create the potential for the clinician to experience difficulty passing through or withdrawing the suction catheter.
Additional Information:
FDA MedWatch Safety Alert. Portex Uncuffed Pediatric-Sized Tracheal Tubes (sizes 2.5, 3.0 and 3.5 mm). Updated September 21, 2009.
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/SafetyInformation/SafetyAlertsforHumanMedicalProducts/ucm182084.htm
All KidNet Content to Date
- (October 2009) Portex Uncuffed Pediatric-Sized Tracheal Tubes (sizes 2.5, 3.0 and 3.5 mm)
- (September 2009) Philips Avalon Fetal Monitors
- (September 2009) Stabilet Infant Warmer models 200, 300, 1250, 1500, 200/3000, 2000, 2200/3200, 3000, and 3200 [Draeger/Hill-Rom]
- (August 2009) Draeger Initiates a Voluntary Device Recall of Stabilet: Contacts Current Users
- (July 2009) Use Infant Heel Warmers with Care
- (June 2009) Recall of Respironics, Inc. SmartMonitor 2 Infant Apnea Monitor, Models 4002 and 4003
- (May 2009) Ceftriaxone (marketed as Rocephin and generics)
- (May 2009) FDA Approves Cardiac Adhesion Barrier for Pediatric Use
- (April 2009) Shiley 3.0PED Cuffless Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube by Covidien Inc.
- (April 2009) FDA Statement on Release of Bisphenol A (BPA) Subcommittee Report
- (April 2009) KidNet - Get Set for Pediatric Patient Safety
- (February 2009) Webcast: Luer Connector Misconnections: Under-Recognized but Potentially Dangerous Events
- (December 2008) Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Recommendations for Intramuscular Injection and Needle Size
- (December 2008) FDA Statement on Release of Bisphenol A (BPA) Subcommittee Report
- (October 2008) Medical Device Problem Summaries
- (September 2008) Medical Device Problem Summaries
- (August 2008) Medical Device Problem Summaries
- (July 2008) Early Communication About an Ongoing Safety Review of Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Blockers (marketed as Remicade, Enbrel, Humira, and Cimzia)
- (June 2008) Prevent Pediatric Medication Errors
- (June 2008) Development, Testing, and Findings of a Pediatric-Focused Trigger Tool to Identify Medication-Related Harm in U.S. Children’s Hospitals
- (February 2008) Of Special Interest to Pediatric and Neonatal Staff/KidNet
- (January 2008) Of Special Interest to Pediatric and Neonatal Staff/KidNet
- (December 2007) Of Special Interest to Pediatric and Neonatal Staff/KidNet
- (November 2007) Of Special Interest to Pediatric and Neonatal Staff/KidNet
Updated November 23, 2009