FDA recall record

Pentax Video Duodenoscope Model: ED-3490TK recall — FDA Z-0643-2018

The duodenoscopes are being recalled in order to replace the forceps elevator mechanism, the O-rings, and the distal end covering to be consistent with…

Class IIclassification
Z-0643-2018official record ID
Feb 28, 2018report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0643-2018
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmPentax of America Inc.
Report dateFeb 28, 2018
Recall initiation dateFeb 13, 2018
Quantity559
LocationMontvale, NJ, United States

Official product description

Pentax Video Duodenoscope Model: ED-3490TK (UDI of design being recalled: 04961333232420) These instruments are intended to provide optical visualization of (via a video monitor), and therapeutic access to, the biliary tract via the upper GI tract. This anatomy includes, but is not restricted to, the organs; tissues; and subsystems: esophagus, stomach, duodenum, common bile, hepatic, and cystic ducts.

Why the product was recalled

The duodenoscopes are being recalled in order to replace the forceps elevator mechanism, the O-rings, and the distal end covering to be consistent with the updated design as well as provide an updated periodic inspection as part of the Operation Manual in order to mitigate the potential risk of infection in flexible endoscopy.

Distribution information

USA (nationwide) Distribution to the states of including Puerto Rico : AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV and WY, and the District of Columbia.

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: E-Mail.

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