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Terminated

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.

FDA Recall Z-1618-2020 · Posted None

Recalling FirmKarl Storz Endoscopy
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeEQN
Date Initiated2019-12-06
Date Terminated2022-07-01
Product Quantity27,165 scopes

Reason for Recall

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.

Firm Action

On 12/6/2019 a "Urgent Medical device Correction" letter was sent to affected customers via mail. In addition, to providing information on the recall, the firm asked customers to take the following actions: 1. Please forward this Safety Information to the appropriate departments in your organization. 2. Please train your employees on the new Instructions for Use, especially chapter 5.1. 3. Please complete the attached acknowledgement form and return it to us. 4. If you have any questions about this communication, or needs additional copies of this Instruction for Use, please contact our Technical Support at 800-421-0837, Ext. 5350, Option 5.

Root Cause

Labeling Change Control

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and country of Canada.

Official Source

View FDA Recall →

Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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