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Avanos Medical Recalls Cortrak*2 Enteral Access System for Risk of Misplaced Enteral Tubes Could Cause Patient Harm
Avanos Medical is recalling the Cortrak*2 Enteral Access System because there have been reports of injuries and patient deaths after using the device to assist with placement of medical feeding tubes placed in the stomach or small bowel. If a feeding tube is misplaced, patients could experience damage to the lung, trachea, or bowel, which can lead to serious injury or death.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has identified this as a Class I recall, the most serious type of recall. Use of these devices may cause serious injuries, serious health consequences, or death.
Questions?
Customers with questions or concerns about this recall should contact Avanos Medical by phone at 855-365-3981 or by emailing avanos-fca002@iqvia.com.
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