Series 400 Electronic Video Endoscope System - Duodenoscope (2019-01-24)

Recall Summary Pentax of America is recalling the Series 400 Electronic Video Endoscope System duodenoscope across Canada because the device may not be properly sterilized between uses, which could allow bacteria to remain on the equipment. This recall affects medical facilities that use this type of endoscope for examining the small intestine and bile ducts. The FDA classified this as a Class I recall, meaning there is a reasonable possibility that exposure to the device could cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

Reason
Medical devices
Classification
Class I
Category
drug recall
Country
Canada
Agency
HC-DEVICES
Recall date
2019-02-22
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
Canada-wide

Official recall notice from HC-DEVICES

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