Pentax Of America Inc: Endoscopic Ultrasound System, Gastroenterology-urology

Recall Summary Pentax of America is recalling certain ultrasound endoscopes (models EG38-J10UT and EG34-J10U) used in gastroenterology and urology procedures. The company is adding warnings to the instruction manuals and water bottle assembly instructions to emphasize the need for deaerated sterile water during procedures. This Class II recall affects devices distributed nationwide and internationally.

Recalling firm
Pentax of America Inc
Product
PENTAX Medical Ultrasound Endoscope. Model Numbers. EG38-J10UT, EG34-J10U.
Reason
Warnings added to the IFU for ultrasound endoscopes and water bottle assembly to ensure there is deaerated sterile water in the assembly prior to and during the procedure.
Classification
Class II
Category
medical device recall
Country
United States
Agency
FDA-DEVICES
Recall date
2026-09-09
Status
Open, Classified
Areas affected
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, ...
Distribution
Worldwide - US Nationwide and International distribution - Pending.

Official recall notice from FDA-DEVICES

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