Velocity" Biopsy Valve, 25 units per box, Product Usage: The disposable Velocity biopsy valve is used to cover the opening of the biopsy inlet port of a flexible gastrointestinal endoscope. The Velocity biopsy valve provides access for endoscopic device passage and exchange, helps maintain insufflation, and minimizes leakage of biomaterial from the accessory port throughout the gastrointestinal endoscopic procedure. The Velocity biopsy valve provides a connection for irrigation through the Velocity irrigation pump.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    M/N: 00711140; Lot #'s: 1401267, 1404503, 1408953, 1413362, 1417521, 1420739, 1422288, 1422747, 1424014, and 1500443.
  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:
US Endoscopy Group Inc
Reason for Recall:
The company has received reports of structural non conformance at the connection between the valve body and the irrigation tube, resulting in separation of the components during use.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Velocity" Biopsy Valve, 25 units per box, Product Usage: The disposable Velocity biopsy valve is used to cover the opening of the biopsy inlet port of a flexible gastrointestinal endoscope. The Velocity biopsy valve provides access for endoscopic device passage and exchange, helps maintain insufflation, and minimizes leakage of biomaterial from the accessory port throughout the gastrointestinal endoscopic procedure. The Velocity biopsy valve provides a connection for irrigation through the Velocity irrigation pump.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

M/N: 00711140; Lot #'s: 1401267, 1404503, 1408953, 1413362, 1417521, 1420739, 1422288, 1422747, 1424014, and 1500443.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1943-2015

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