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After receiving a report of a problem with the angle function from a domestic medical institution, we investigated and found that this event occurred due to an error in the repair work. Since we have confirmed that this is a possibility, we have decided to carry out a voluntary recall.

Japan / PMDA Recalls · JPN · Jul 8, 2022

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Title After receiving a report of a problem with the angle function from a domestic medical institution, we investigated and found that this event occurred due to an error in the repair work. Since we have confirmed that this is a possibility, we have decided to carry out a voluntary recall.
Regulator Japan / PMDA Recalls
Country JPN
Brand Common name: ビデオflexible gastroduodenoscope Sales name: Pentax Video Upper Gastrointestinal Scope EG16-K10
Manufacturer HOYA Co., Ltd.
Models A110214, A110415, A110032, EG16-K10, A110410, A110293, A110159, A110222, B130019, A110299, A110416, B130010 and 1 more
Date Jul 8, 2022
Regulator page info.pmda.go.jp

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