PRA number
2016/15497
Published date
Product description
10 cm x 17 cm Military Trauma and Haemorrhage Wound Dressing.
Military Trauma and Haemorrhage Wound Dressing is an emergency bandage intended to be used as an initial, short-term treatment after injury. It is typically used to protect wounds and stop bleeding in an emergency situation, and is most commonly used by ambulance officers and first aid providers.
Military Trauma and Haemorrhage Wound Dressing is an emergency bandage intended to be used as an initial, short-term treatment after injury. It is typically used to protect wounds and stop bleeding in an emergency situation, and is most commonly used by ambulance officers and first aid providers.
Reasons the product is recalled
It has been identified that the pressure bar material in the affected batch may break during use.
The hazards to consumers
If this happens, it could lead to adverse health consequences for the patient.
What consumers should do
Aero Healthcare has contacted all suppliers of Military Trauma and Haemorrhage Wound Dressing to provide them with further information about this issue, including recall procedures.
While Military Trauma and Haemorrhage Wound Dressing can be used in a variety of settings, it is most commonly used by ambulance officers and first aid providers.
The recall procedures ensure that potentially affected devices will no longer be used in emergency situations.
If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, please contact your health professional.
While Military Trauma and Haemorrhage Wound Dressing can be used in a variety of settings, it is most commonly used by ambulance officers and first aid providers.
The recall procedures ensure that potentially affected devices will no longer be used in emergency situations.
If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, please contact your health professional.
Supplier
Aero Healthcare
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulator
Therapeutic Goods Administration is the responsible regulator for this recall.