FDA Recall Terminated

BOMImed Disposable Fiber Optic Medium Laryngoscope Handle. Each handle is packaged in an individual peel pouch, 20 handles per box. The rigid laryngoscope handle is a device used along with a blade to examine and visualize a patient's airway and aid placement of a tracheal tube.

Recall: Z-3238-2017 · Initiated July 13, 2017

Recall

Recall Number
Z-3238-2017
Event Number
77958
Firm
Bomimed 1-100 Irene St Winnipeg Canada
FEI Number
3003213883
Product Code
CCW
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
July 13, 2017
Terminated
April 1, 2021

Description

BOMImed Disposable Fiber Optic Medium Laryngoscope Handle. Each handle is packaged in an individual peel pouch, 20 handles per box. The rigid laryngoscope handle is a device used along with a blade to examine and visualize a patient's airway and aid placement of a tracheal tube.

Reason

Potential for intermittent lighting (flickering) during use.

Action

A letter was sent to all the consignees via mail dated July 13, 2017 informing of the recall due to Length variation of the battery contact inside the handle due to manufacturing/assembly variation may potentially cause an intermittent electrical connection resulting in flickering light. Complete the bottom section and return by email to [email protected] to confirm this notice has been received and understood. Check functionality of the light for each handle by engaging a blade and applying pressure to simulate use. Complete this task prior to use. Contact BOMImed for replacements if intermittent lighting is present. Replacement product orders will be organized in a manner to assist in covering all affected customers needs. Contac: Trina Friesen Quality Assurance & Regulatory Manager Tel: 800-667-6276 ext.234 Fax: 877-435-6984 [email protected]

Distribution

IL. PA. and WA CANADA

Quantity

680 (US) 2,220 (OUS)