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Type of Product Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference RC-2017-RN-00906-1
Product Name/Description Ultrasound Upper GI Video Scopes

Model Numbers: EG-3870UTK and EG-3670URK

ARTG Number: 234939
Recall Action Level Hospital
Recall Action Classification Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date 1/08/2017
Responsible Entity Pentax Medical Pte Ltd
Reason/Issue Pentax Medical has become aware of an error within the Instructions For Use for specific models of Ultrasound Upper GI Video Scopes.
On page 70 the IFU currently reads "The cleaning detergent solution should remain in contact..." and the correct text is "The disinfecting solution must remain in contact..."
To date, no incidents have been reported to Pentax Medical in relation to this error.
Recall Action Recall for Product Correction
Recall Action Instructions Pentax Medical will be providing an updated Instructions For Use (IFU) to affected customers.

This action has been closed out on 14/04/2021
Contact Information 1300 736 829 - Pentax Medical Australia Customer Service