Medtronic initiates recall for silicone-based EMG endotracheal tubes due to the risk of airway obstruction and ventilation failure. Link to original article Potential Risk of Airway Obstruction When Using Certain Electromyogram Endotracheal Tubes – Letter to Health Care Providers Medtronic Recalls NIM CONTACT Reinforced EMG Endotracheal Tube and the NIM Standard Reinforced EMG Endotracheal Tube for Risk of Airway Obstruction Share Print Please login or register to post comments.