The GlideScope Video Laryngoscope — Class I medical device recall Z-0478-2013
Terminated recall by Verathon, Inc., reported 2012-12-19, distributed nationwide. Re-usable video laryngoscope blades of the GlideScope GVL3, GVL4, and GVL5 were recalled due to potential crac
| Recall number | Z-0478-2013 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class I |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Verathon, Inc., Bothell, WA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2012-10-25 |
| Classified | 2012-12-07 |
| Reported by FDA | 2012-12-19 |
| Terminated | 2013-09-27 |
| Distributed | Nationwide (US) |
| Countries outside the US | AR, AU, CA, CN, DE, FR, GB, ID, JP, KR, NL, PA, PE, PH, PK, SG, TH, TW, VE |
| Quantity | 2,710 units |
| Reason classes | packaging |
| Model numbers | 0574-0001, 0574-0007, 0574-0030 |
Product
The GlideScope Video Laryngoscope (GVL) is a video laryngoscope that incorporates a high-resolution color camera, an LED light source, a rechargeable lithium battery, and video output to a remote monitor. It consists of a video laryngoscope and a portable video monitor. The affected GVL and Part numbers are GVL 3 0574-0007, GVL 4 0574-0001, and GVL 5 0574-0030. 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.
Reason for recall
Re-usable video laryngoscope blades of the GlideScope GVL3, GVL4, and GVL5 were recalled due to potential cracking.
Machine access
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