Medivators recalls Endo SmartCap tubing for Olympus endoscopes due to potential inadequate insufflation, air bubbles, or water leakage during procedures. Affected units have specific lot numbers and model codes.
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 tubing for Olympus 140/160/180/190 series endoscopes because it may cause inadequate insufflation, air bubbles, or water leakage during procedures. This could lead to improper endoscopic procedures if not corrected.
The tubing may not provide enough air pressure during procedures, leading to air bubbles in the tubing or water leakage from the air/water valve. This could cause inadequate insufflation, which might affect the endoscope's function and procedure safety.
Healthcare professionals using Olympus 140/160/180/190 series endoscopes with the recalled tubing. The risk is highest for those performing procedures where precise air and water flow is critical.
Check for lot numbers 430358, 429884, 428806, 430568, 431254, 431455, 431603, 431834, 431985, 431973, 432922, 432108, 432921, 433116, or 433115 on the tubing packaging. The product is labeled as Endo SmartCap Irrigation Tubing for Olympus endoscopes.
Look for lot numbers 430358, 429884, 428806, 430568, 431254, 431455, 431603, 431834, 431985, 431973, 432922, 432108, 432921, or 433116 on the tubing packaging.
Reach out to Medivators for specific guidance on whether the tubing is affected and how to proceed with the recall.
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.
Check for lot numbers 430358, 429884, 428806, 430568, 431254, 431455, 431603, 431834, 431985, 431973, 432922, 432108, 432921, or 433116 on the tubing packaging.
The recall does not require immediate discontinuation; healthcare professionals should check the lot number and contact Medivators for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medivators to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1777-2020 — Medivators Medivators Hello, I own a Medivators that is covered by recall Z-1777-2020 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.
Experiences, tips, and questions from readers. Every comment is reviewed before it appears.
No comments yet — be the first to share your experience.
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
