Applied Medical Technology Inc. is recalling 3,210 NutraGlide Nasal Feeding Tubes because the distal tips of the tubes may detach at lower than expected forces. These devices are used to provide nutrition, medication, and fluids directly into the stomach or intestine via the nose for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients. The recall includes multiple sizes and lengths, specifically those with REF numbers E NRT-05055-I, E NRT-05090-I, E NRT-06055-I, and E NRT-06090-I.
If the tip of the feeding tube detaches while in use, it could become lodged in the patient's stomach or intestine, potentially causing choking, internal blockages, or other serious complications that may require medical intervention to retrieve the fragment.
1780 units affected. Used for nutrition, fluids, and medications in neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients.
390 units affected.
840 units affected.
200 units affected.
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