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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

Karl Storz SE & Co. KG, C-MAC Video Laryngoscope MIL # 1, for the following REF numbers: 1. 8403xx series, which includes: 8403AX, AXC, BX, BXC, DXC, EXC, GXC, HX, HXK, HXP, KXC, MXC 2. 8401xx series, which includes: 8401AX, AXC, BX, BXC, DXC, GXC, HX, HXP, KXC. Product Usage: Video Laryngoscopes are used to visualize the airways and vocal cords during endotracheal intubation and for the inspection and examination of the upper respiratory tract. Video Laryngoscopes are designed for transient use in invasive procedures through a body orifice.

Z-1618-2020

December 06, 2019

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Karl Storz Endoscopy
Event
Event 85089
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
27,165 scopes
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-1618-2020

Official wording

Reason: The firm has become aware that there is a potential that the glass cover at the distal end of the camera/led lighting on the video laryngoscope could become loose during reprocessing or use. If this occurs during usage, it may result in a delay in procedure and/or require removal from body.

Code information: All Lots

Distribution pattern: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and country of Canada.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    The firm has become aware that there is a potential that the glass cover at the distal end of the camera/led lighting on the video laryngoscope could become loose during reprocessing or use. If this occurs during usage, it may result in a delay in procedure and/or require removal from body.