Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1035-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Verathon, Inc. |
| Report date | Mar 16, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Jan 29, 2016 |
| Quantity | 7733 units (6377 units in the US and 1356 units International) |
| Location | Bothell, WA, United States |
Official product description
GlideScope Titanium Single-Use Video Laryngoscope. It is a single-use video laryngoscope system (GlideScope Titanium System) consists of a sterile-packaged, single-use video laryngoscope, multi-use Smart Cable and portable GlideScope video monitor. The system incorporates a high-resolution, full-color digital camera and monitor for real-time viewing and recording. Affected Product Names and Part Numbers: -LoPro S3: 0574-0130 (single blade) or 0270-0769 (box of 10) -LoPro S4: 0574-0131 (single blade) or 0270-0770 (box of 10) -MAC S3: 0574-0132 (single blade) or 0270-0771 (box of 10) -MAC S4: 0574-0133 (single blade) or 0270-0772 (box of 10) The GlideScope Video Laryngoscopes are intended for use by qualified medical professionals to obtain a clear, unobstructed view of the vocal cords for medical procedures.
Why the product was recalled
The firm has become aware of the potential for disruption (flickering) in the video laryngoscopy image when GlideScope Titanium SU laryngoscope blades are in use. Video "flickering" appears as the intermittent break-up of the on-screen video image, appearing as either distorted horizontal or vertical bars of displaced video signal.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and to countries of: Australia, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Luxembourg, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, The Netherlands, U.A.E., and United Kingdom.
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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