Flexicare recalls BriteBlade Pro Single-se Fiber Optic Miller 2 laryngoscope blades due to risk of loose parts disengaging during use, potentially causing delays in procedures. Affected units include specific model numbers and batch dates.
The firm has received reports that the spring/washer/bearing components in the block of the laryngoscope blade become loose and separated from the device. If the blade is disengage over the patient's mount it is a possibility that any loose parts could enter the oral cavity which could cause a delay in the procedure while retrieving loose parts.
Flexicare is recalling BriteBlade Pro Single-se Fiber Optic Miller 2 laryngoscope blades because loose spring/washer/bearing components can separate and enter the patient's mouth, causing delays in procedures. This recall affects medical professionals using the device for laryngoscopy procedures.
The spring/washer/bearing components in the blade can become loose and separate from the device during use. If the blade disengages from the patient's mount, loose parts may enter the oral cavity, causing delays in procedures while retrieving the parts.
Medical professionals who use the BriteBlade Pro laryngoscope blades for laryngoscopy procedures are most at risk. The recall applies to specific model numbers and batch dates sold in the U.S. and other regions.
Check for the model number 040-722U on the blade or packaging. The product was sold with batch numbers like 181000115, 181001520, 181200006, 181202055, or 190100006.
Look for the model number 040-722U on the blade or packaging to confirm if it is affected.
Reach out to Flexicare Medical for specific instructions on how to handle the recalled item.
The firm has received reports that spring/washer/bearing components can become loose and separate from the device, potentially entering the patient's mouth and causing delays in procedures.
The affected model number is 040-722U with batch numbers including 181000115, 181001520, 181200006, 181202055, and 190100006.
The recall record does not specify a fix; affected users should contact Flexicare Medical for instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Flexicare Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0802-2020 — Flexicare Medical Flexicare Medical Hello, I own a Flexicare Medical that is covered by recall Z-0802-2020 from Flexicare Medical. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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