Medivators recalls Endo Smartcap Endoscope Tubing due to potential inadequate insufflation, air bubbles, or water leaks 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 because of a manufacturing issue that could cause inadequate air or water flow during procedures. This might lead to air bubbles, insufficient rinsing, or leaks, which could affect the procedure's safety and effectiveness.
The tubing may not provide enough air or water during endoscopic procedures, leading to air bubbles inside the tubing, insufficient rinsing of the endoscope lens, or water leaking from the air/water valve. This could compromise the procedure's safety and effectiveness.
Medical professionals using Olympus endoscopes with specific model numbers and the Endo Smartcap Tubing. Patients undergoing procedures with these tubes are at risk if the tubing fails during surgery.
Check for the product name 'Endo Smartcap Endoscope Tubing' with lot numbers 427116-428823 or UDI numbers starting with 006779640590872208. The tubing is packaged in sets of 1, 10, or 50 and used with Olympus 140/240, 160/260, 180/280, or 190/290 Series Endoscopes.
Identify the lot number or UDI number on the tubing packaging to confirm if it is affected.
Reach out to Medivators directly for assistance with the recall if you have the affected tubing.
The tubing may have inadequate insufflation, air bubbles inside the tubing, insufficient water to rinse the endoscope lens, or water leaking from the air/water valve during procedures.
This tubing is designed for Olympus 140/240, 160/260, 180/280, and 190/290 Series Endoscopes with Extended CO2 Input.
Check for lot numbers 427116-428823 or UDI numbers starting with 006779640590872208 on the packaging.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medivators to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1775-2020 — Medivators Medivators Hello, I own a Medivators that is covered by recall Z-1775-2020 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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