Medivators recalls Endo Smartcap Endoscope Tubing (REF100145CO2EXTU) due to potential inadequate insufflation, air bubbles, or water leakage during endoscopic procedures. Affected units include specific lot numbers and packaging sizes.
Medivators is recalling Endo SmartCap Tubing due to a manufacturing anomaly that may present during procedures as inadequate insufflation, presence of air bubbles inside the endo smartcap tubing, insufficient water to rinse the endoscope lens, or water leaking from the air/water valve.
Medivators is recalling Endo Smartcap Endoscope Tubing that may cause inadequate insufflation, air bubbles, or water leakage during endoscopic procedures. This could lead to improper procedure outcomes or complications if the tubing is used without addressing the issue.
The tubing may not provide sufficient air or water during procedures, leading to air bubbles in the tubing, insufficient water to rinse the lens, or water leaking from the air/water valve. This could cause inadequate insufflation, affecting the procedure's effectiveness or safety.
Endoscopists and medical professionals using Medivators Endo Smartcap Tubing for Olympus endoscopes are affected. Those using the specific lot numbers listed in the recall are at risk.
Check the packaging for REF100145CO2EXTU, with contents of 1, 10, or 50 units. The tubing is for Olympus 140/240, 160/260, 180/280, or 190/290 Series Endoscopes with Extended CO2 Input. Look for lot numbers 426407, 427516, 428107, or 427865.
Compare your tubing's lot number to the listed numbers: 426407, 427516, 428107, or 427865.
Reach out to Medivators, Inc. for specific instructions on handling the recalled tubing if you have it.
The tubing may cause inadequate insufflation, air bubbles inside the tubing, insufficient water to rinse the endoscope lens, or water leaking from the air/water valve during procedures.
The tubing is for Olympus 140/240, 160/260, 180/280, and 190/290 Series Endoscopes with Extended CO2 Input.
Check for the packaging code REF100145CO2EXTU with contents of 1, 10, or 50 units, and lot numbers 426407, 427516, 428107, or 427865.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medivators to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1774-2020 — Medivators Medivators Hello, I own a Medivators that is covered by recall Z-1774-2020 from Medivators. 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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