Broncho Flexible Fiberscope, models: 11001BN1, 11002BD1, 11004BC1, and 11009BC1. " Examination and treatment of the tracheobronchial tree Contraindications for Bronchoscopy " Uncontrolled angina, uncontrolled heart failure, or serious uncontrolled ventricular arrhythmias " Uncontrolled hypertension " Bleeding disorder or use of anticoagulants.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    C1140, C1140E, C1160, C1160E, QKC1750, QKC1750E, QKC1694, QKC1694E
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Karl Storz Endoscopy America Inc
Reason for Recall:
KARL STORZ Endoscopy America, Inc. is recalling the Flexible Broncho Fiberscope or a Flexible Intubation Fiberscope with a suction port because the material used in the suction channel portion was thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), which is not listed in STERRAD systems claims for interior endoscope lumens.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Broncho Flexible Fiberscope, models: 11001BN1, 11002BD1, 11004BC1, and 11009BC1. " Examination and treatment of the tracheobronchial tree Contraindications for Bronchoscopy " Uncontrolled angina, uncontrolled heart failure, or serious uncontrolled ventricular arrhythmias " Uncontrolled hypertension " Bleeding disorder or use of anticoagulants.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

C1140, C1140E, C1160, C1160E, QKC1750, QKC1750E, QKC1694, QKC1694E

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0527-2014

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