Medline Expands Recall of Neonatal Heated Wire Breathing Circuits
The FDA has classified the recall as an early alert, and Medline is instructing hospitals to quarantine and destroy affected circuits.
5 reports on this incident · first at Aug 25, 2026, 10:44 p.m. ET
Earlier reports
Aug 25, 2026, 11:22 p.m. ET
FDA Reclassifies Medline Neonatal Breathing Circuit Recall as Early Alert
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has changed the hazard classification for Medline's recall of neonatal and infant heated wire breathing circuits to an early alert, Medical Daily reported. The agency's early alert classification means the recall is ongoing and the agency is still evaluating the situation, according to the report.
The recall covers circuits with identifying codes 780-07, 880-14KIT, HUD78007, and HUD88014KIT, sold under the Hudson RCI brand. The action follows reports that an electrical connector can discolor, melt, smoke, or give off a burning odor, Medical Daily reported.
Medline is telling hospitals to immediately identify and quarantine affected circuits and to destroy them once the recall response form is complete, according to the report. As of the end of July, Medline had not reported any serious injuries or deaths connected to the issue, Medical Daily reported.
Aug 25, 2026, 10:52 p.m. ET
FDA Reports Injuries in Medline Neonatal Breathing Circuit Recall
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has received reports of injuries connected to Medline's recall of neonatal and infant heated wire breathing circuits, according to a report from Medical Daily. As of the end of July, Medline had not reported any serious injuries or deaths tied to the issue, the outlet said.
The recall, classified as an early alert and still ongoing, covers circuits identified by codes 780-07, 880-14KIT, HUD78007, and HUD88014KIT. Medline initiated the recall after reports that an electrical connector can discolor, melt, smoke, or give off a burning odor.
The FDA warns that cold, dry gas from a failed heater can dry out and damage the airway lining, raising the risk of bronchospasm, thickened secretions, and obstruction. Loss of heating also increases condensation in the tubing, which can cause unintended airway pressure, blockage, or fluid washing into the airway, and cold stress can worsen respiratory distress.
Medline is telling hospitals to immediately identify and quarantine affected circuits and to destroy them once the recall response form is complete.
Aug 25, 2026, 10:50 p.m. ET
FDA Closes Recall of Medline Neonatal Heated Wire Breathing Circuits
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has closed the recall of Medline neonatal and infant heated wire breathing circuits, according to a report from Medical Daily. The agency considers the recall carried out.
The recall, classified as an early alert, was initiated after reports that an electrical connector can discolor, melt, smoke, or give off a burning odor. Cold, dry gas can dry out and damage the airway lining, raising the risk of bronchospasm, thickened secretions, and obstruction, as well as other complications.
Affected products include codes 780-07, 880-14KIT, HUD78007, and HUD88014KIT. Medline is telling hospitals to immediately identify and quarantine affected circuits and to destroy them once the recall response form is complete. As of the end of July, Medline had not reported any serious injuries or deaths connected to the issue.
Aug 25, 2026, 10:44 p.m. ETFirst report
Medline Recalls Neonatal Heated Wire Breathing Circuits Over Connector Hazards
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an early alert regarding a recall of Medline's neonatal and infant heated wire breathing circuits, according to a report by Medical Daily. The recall is ongoing, and the affected products include model numbers 780-07, 880-14KIT, HUD78007, and HUD88014KIT.
The reason for the recall is reports that an electrical connector can discolor, melt, smoke, or give off a burning odor. The hazard is that cold, dry gas can dry out and damage the airway lining, increasing the risk of bronchospasm, thickened secretions, and obstruction. Loss of heating also increases condensation in the tubing, which can cause unintended airway pressure, blockage, or fluid washing into the airway. Cold stress can worsen respiratory distress.
Medline is instructing hospitals to immediately identify and quarantine affected circuits and to destroy them once the recall response form is complete. As of the end of July, Medline had not reported any serious injuries or deaths connected to the issue.
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