# Major Recall Alert: Expiratory Valve Monnal EVA V2 for Monnal™ T60 Ventilators Recalled Due to Potential Risk for Child/Infant Patients
A major recall has been issued for the Expiratory Valve Monnal EVA V2 (2nd generation) used with Monnal™ T60 and T60 Advanced ventilators. The recall is due to a manufacturing defect that may lead to under-delivery of ventilation volumes for child and infant patients. While no patient incidents have been reported, tests conducted by Air Liquide Medical Systems identified the issue as poor membrane sealing. To mitigate the risk of hypoventilation, the company has opted to recall the second-generation valves and replace them with the more reliable first-generation version.
Here’s what you need to know about this recall, why it matters, and what action you can take.
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## Why This Recall is Important
Ventilators are life-critical medical devices, especially for vulnerable child and infant patients who rely on optimal functionality to maintain proper respiratory support. The Expiratory Valve Monnal EVA V2 may fail to deliver the appropriate ventilation volumes due to poor membrane sealing, increasing the risk of hypoventilation.
This recall is a proactive step to prevent potential harm, as no patient-related incidents have occurred thus far. Early detection during quality control tests demonstrates Air Liquide Medical Systems’ commitment to safety.
Given the importance of ventilators in intensive care and emergency situations, identifying and replacing defective parts is essential to avoid complications and ensure patient safety.
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## Details of the Recall
Here are the key details of the recall:
- **Product Name**: Expiratory Valve Monnal EVA V2 (2nd generation)
- **Used With**: Monnal™ T60/T60 Advanced Ventilators
- **Affected Issue**: Poor membrane sealing may lead to under-delivery of ventilation for infant and child patients, potentially causing hypoventilation.
- **Detection**: No patient harm has been reported. The issue was identified during testing.
- **Action**: Air Liquide Medical Systems is recalling affected valves and replacing them with first-generation valves to ensure functionality and patient safety.
For more information and updates, visit the official Canadian recall announcement page [here](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/monnaltm-t60-ventilator).
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## What You Should Do
If you or your organization relies on Monnal™ T60 or T60 Advanced ventilators with the second-generation Expiratory Valve Monnal EVA V2, follow these steps:
- **Contact Air Liquide Medical Systems**: Reach out to the manufacturer or distributor immediately to determine if your ventilator is affected.
- **Replace the Valve**: Arrange for the replacement of the second-generation valve with the first-generation version as recommended by the manufacturer.
Healthcare providers and institutions should prioritize this action to prevent potential device malfunctions and ensure continuity of care for their patients.
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By taking swift action and leveraging real-time recall information, you can help ensure that critical medical devices like the Monnal™ T60 ventilators function as intended and continue to provide life-saving care for vulnerable patients.
For more information on this recall, visit the official government source page: [Monnal™ T60 Ventilator Recall](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/monnaltm-t60-ventilator).