Anesthesia Breathing Kit Wrongful Death Lawsuit Lawyers

Fighting for Families Harmed by Defective Anesthesia Equipment – Legal Help Available Nationwide

Medical devices should save lives—not put them in danger. Unfortunately, multiple anesthesia breathing circuit kits manufactured by Draeger have been recalled after defects were discovered that could lead to oxygen delivery failure during surgery. When patients don’t receive adequate ventilation while under anesthesia, the consequences can be devastating—including brain injury or wrongful death.

These breathing circuits are used in hospitals and clinical settings across the country. If you lost a loved one due to anesthesia complications and suspect a faulty breathing kit may have played a role, legal action may be the only way to obtain answers, justice, and accountability.

At Parker Waichman LLP, we represent families in wrongful death and defective medical device lawsuits nationwide. We are currently investigating claims involving the Draeger anesthesia breathing kit recall and the potential for fatal injuries caused by cracks and leaks in the hose lines.

FDA Class I Recall: What It Means for Families

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a Class I recall for several Draeger breathing kits. This classification is the FDA’s most serious warning, reserved for products that can cause serious injury or death.

The problem? Cracks and leaks in the hoses. These defects can lead to reduced or failed oxygen flow during anesthesia or mechanical ventilation. In situations where oxygen is the difference between life and death, even a brief interruption can cause irreparable harm.

The recall applies to all lot numbers of the following devices:

• VentStar Flex 220
• Anesthesia Circuit Kit Flex 1
• Anesthesia Circuit Kit Flex 2
• Anesthesia Circuit Kit Flex 6
• Anesthesia Circuit Kit Flex (P)2
• Anesthesia Circuit Kit Flex HEPA

Although Draeger has issued updated use instructions and the FDA has not yet confirmed any deaths, the nature of these defects means the risk is very real—and potentially catastrophic.

What Could Go Wrong During Surgery

Breathing circuits are essential components of anesthesia delivery systems. They are used to supply patients with a mix of oxygen and anesthetic gases and to remove exhaled carbon dioxide. A failure in the breathing circuit can lead to:

• Hypoxia (low oxygen levels)
• Cardiac arrest
• Permanent brain damage
• Coma
• Death

Even experienced anesthesiologists may not immediately detect a cracked hose mid-procedure, especially if no visible damage is present prior to surgery. The recall warns providers to stretch the hoses before each use to identify cracks—but many surgeries may have occurred before these instructions were shared.

Signs Your Loved One’s Death May Be Linked to a Faulty Breathing Kit

If your loved one experienced complications during surgery and never recovered, or suffered brain damage followed by death, it is possible that a faulty anesthesia breathing kit contributed. Look for these warning signs:

• Sudden drop in oxygen levels during surgery
• Cardiac arrest or respiratory failure without an obvious cause
• Post-surgical brain injury diagnosis (due to oxygen deprivation)
• Death during or immediately following anesthesia administration

Many families are never told that defective equipment may be to blame. That’s why legal investigations are so important—to uncover what hospitals may not reveal.

Legal Options for Families: Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit

When a defective medical device causes death, families have the right to hold manufacturers accountable through a wrongful death lawsuit. These lawsuits can provide financial compensation for:

• Funeral and burial expenses
• Medical bills
• Loss of future earnings and support
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of companionship

A claim may also pressure companies to fully remove unsafe products from clinical use and prevent future tragedies.

We are investigating cases involving the recalled Draeger anesthesia breathing kits. If you suspect your family has been affected, time is critical. Medical records must be reviewed quickly to preserve your right to take legal action.

Who May Be Eligible to File a Lawsuit

You may be eligible to file a wrongful death or product liability lawsuit if:

• A family member died during or shortly after surgery under general anesthesia
• The cause of death was unexplained or linked to respiratory failure
• The facility used Draeger breathing circuit kits during the procedure
• Medical records mention oxygen deprivation, cardiac arrest, or brain injury

Even if you’re unsure what equipment was used, our legal team can request and analyze your loved one’s surgical and anesthesia records to determine if the recalled device was involved.

What to Expect During a Legal Investigation

Once you contact our firm, we begin by gathering and reviewing:

• Hospital and surgical records
• Device usage logs
• Anesthesia charts
• Death certificates and autopsy results (if applicable)

If evidence links a Draeger anesthesia kit to the fatal injury, we will move forward with a wrongful death claim. We handle all negotiations, filings, and expert reviews on your behalf. There are no upfront legal fees—you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.

Why Choose Parker Waichman LLP

Parker Waichman LLP is a nationally recognized civil litigation law firm. Our attorneys have handled complex wrongful death and defective medical device claims across the country. We know how to go head-to-head with large corporations and manufacturers, and we fight for full accountability when products kill or injure innocent people.

We understand the trauma families endure after a sudden loss. Our team is committed to making the legal process as clear and stress-free as possible while protecting your rights every step of the way.

Contact Parker Waichman LLP For a Free Case Review

If you lost a loved one during surgery and suspect an anesthesia breathing kit failure may have played a role, don’t wait to take action. You may be entitled to compensation through a wrongful death or defective product lawsuit.

Call Parker Waichman LLP today at 1-800-YOUR-LAWYER (1-800-968-7529) for your free, confidential consultation. Our product injury lawsuit lawyers represent families nationwide and never charge legal fees unless we win your case. Let us investigate what really happened—and help your family move forward with answers and justice.