Covidien is recalling 4,842 Newport HT70 and HT70 Plus ventilators, along with specific control boards and conversion kits, because internal circuit board components may fail. This defect can cause the ventilator to shut down unexpectedly during use or fail to sound an alarm if a shutdown occurs. Covidien has initiated this recall through a notification letter to healthcare facilities and distributors. If you are using an affected device, you should contact the manufacturer or your distributor immediately for a correction or replacement.
The failure of internal capacitors can lead to the device stopping the delivery of air to a patient without warning. This poses a critical risk of respiratory failure, low oxygen saturation, and hypoxia, which can be life-threatening for patients dependent on ventilator support.
Stop using the recalled equipment.
Units manufactured in the United States and distributed worldwide.
Includes several REF variants and DL series.
Component part used in ventilator assembly or replacement.
Component part used in ventilator assembly or replacement.
Upgrade kit for ventilator systems.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: FDA iRES · Raw API Response
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