GlideScope Video Laryngoscope — Class II medical device recall Z-0420-2016
Terminated recall by Verathon, Inc., reported 2015-12-23, distributed nationwide. Certain models and serial numbers of GlideScope GVL and AVL laryngoscope blades may separate, due to inadequat
| Recall number | Z-0420-2016 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Verathon, Inc., Bothell, WA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2015-11-30 |
| Classified | 2015-12-15 |
| Reported by FDA | 2015-12-23 |
| Terminated | 2016-08-22 |
| Distributed | Nationwide (US) |
| Countries outside the US | AE, BE, BG, BH, BM, CA, CN, CZ, DE, DK, ES, FR, GR, ID, IL, IN, IR, IT, JP, KR, KW, LB, MA, MY, PA, PE, PH, RS, SA, SG, TH, TR, TW, ZA |
| Model numbers | 0574-0007 |
Product
GlideScope Video Laryngoscope (GVL), Part Number GVL 3 - 0574-0007; GVL 4 - 0574-0001; GVL 5- 0574-0030. The system consists of a video laryngoscope and portable video monitor. 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. GVL is a video laryngoscope that incorporates a high resolution color camera, an LED light source and video output to a remote monitor.
Reason for recall
Certain models and serial numbers of GlideScope GVL and AVL laryngoscope blades may separate, due to inadequate bonding of the silicone adhesive affixing the halves of the blade. The potential for blade separation may not be readily visible during routine inspection before or after intubation.
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