Medivators recalls Endo Smartcap Endoscope Tubing (REF100145) due to potential inadequate insufflation, air bubbles, or water leakage during endoscopic procedures. Affected units include specific lot numbers and endoscope models.
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 it may cause inadequate insufflation, air bubbles, or water leakage during endoscopic procedures. This could lead to improper procedure outcomes or complications for patients.
The tubing may not provide enough air or water during procedures, leading to air bubbles inside the tubing, insufficient water to rinse the lens, or water leaking from the air/water valve. This could cause improper endoscopic procedures or complications.
Endoscopists and medical professionals using Olympus 140/240, 160/260, 180/280, or 190/290 Series endoscopes. Those with specific lot numbers are most at risk.
Check for lot numbers: 427416, 427098, 427819, or 427154. The tubing is used with Olympus 140/240, 160/260, 180/280, or 190/290 Series endoscopes.
Identify the lot number on the tubing packaging, which may be 427416, 427098, 427819, or 427154.
Reach out to Medivators directly for specific instructions on handling affected units.
This tubing is designed for Olympus 140/240, 160/260, 180/280, and 190/290 Series endoscopes.
The affected lot numbers are 427416, 427098, 427819, and 427154.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Medivators directly for instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medivators to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1772-2020 — Medivators Medivators Hello, I own a Medivators that is covered by recall Z-1772-2020 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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