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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

11005BC1 11005BCK1 Flexible Bronchoscope Z21493US-BA (06/2019)

Reported: May 18, 2022 Initiated: April 1, 2022 #Z-1055-2022

Product Description

11005BC1 11005BCK1 Flexible Bronchoscope Z21493US-BA (06/2019)

Reason for Recall

Failure to achieve the expected six-log reduction in microorganisms following the disinfection process.

Details

Recalling Firm
Karl Storz Endoscopy
Units Affected
All Serial Numbers manufactured/distributed since January 2018
Distribution
U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of FL, KY, LA, MA, MI, MO, MT, NC, NH, NJ, OK, SC, TX and WA.
Location
El Segundo, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
11005BC1 11005BCK1 Flexible Bronchoscope Z21493US-BA (06/2019). Recalled by Karl Storz Endoscopy. Units affected: All Serial Numbers manufactured/distributed since January 2018.
Why was this product recalled?
Failure to achieve the expected six-log reduction in microorganisms following the disinfection process.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 18, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1055-2022.