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Health product recall

LMA Mucosal Atomization Devices

Starting date:
October 31, 2016
Posting date:
November 18, 2016
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-61104

Reason

Teleflex is recalling these products as they may produce a straight stream instead of a fully atomized plume of medication. This may result in inadequate topical anesthesia which may lead to some discomfort, further attempts to deliver topical anesthesia, or the use of alternative methods of anesthesia.

Affected products

LMA Mucosal Atomization Devices

Lot or serial number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer.

Model or catalog number

  • MAD600
  • MAD700
  • MAD720

Companies

Manufacturer
Wolfe Tory Medical Inc.
18 - 79 West 4500 Ave. South
Salt Lake City
84107
Utah
UNITED STATES