GlideScope Video Laryngoscope Reusable Blades (GVL 3, 4, 5 and AVL 2, 3, 4, 5). GVL: The GlideScope Video Laryngoscope 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. AVL: The GlideScope AVL Video Monitor system has the same intended use as the GVL System. The difference between systems is that the AVL has a digital platform and the GVL an analog platform.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Affected GVL Reusable Blades Serial Numbers, by Part Number GVL 3- 0574-0007: MD131859- MD151622; GVL 4- 0574-0001: LG131994- LG151773; GVL 5- 0574-0030: XL131577- XL151524. Affected AVL Reusable Blades Serial Numbers, by Part Numbers: AVL 2- 0574-0118: AC131852- AC151510; AVL 3- 0574-0115: AD131589- AD151506; AVL 4- 0574-0116: AE131586- AE151558; AVL 5- 0574-0117: AF131503- AF151500.
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- 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:
- Verathon, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- Verathon has revised the Operations and Maintenance Manual (OMM) to specifically state compatibility limitations of the reusable video laryngoscope Blade validated through simulated use cycles, such that exceeding this number of cycles in the specific chemical agent may affect the potential life of the product.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
GlideScope Video Laryngoscope Reusable Blades (GVL 3, 4, 5 and AVL 2, 3, 4, 5). GVL: The GlideScope Video Laryngoscope 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. AVL: The GlideScope AVL Video Monitor system has the same intended use as the GVL System. The difference between systems is that the AVL has a digital platform and the GVL an analog platform.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Affected GVL Reusable Blades Serial Numbers, by Part Number GVL 3- 0574-0007: MD131859- MD151622; GVL 4- 0574-0001: LG131994- LG151773; GVL 5- 0574-0030: XL131577- XL151524. Affected AVL Reusable Blades Serial Numbers, by Part Numbers: AVL 2- 0574-0118: AC131852- AC151510; AVL 3- 0574-0115: AD131589- AD151506; AVL 4- 0574-0116: AE131586- AE151558; AVL 5- 0574-0117: AF131503- AF151500.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0811-2016
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