Incorrect labeling in which the front red pouch label did not match the actual size of the medical device. The label on the front of the scope incorrectly states 5.0/2.2 while the back label, shipping box and product inside correctly states 5.6/2.8.
Class IIReported ongoing
Distribution: US Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, CO, FL, GA, KY, MD, MT, NJ, NV, PA, TN, TX, VA.
Ambu has received complaints on Ambu¿ VivaSight 2 DLTs regarding hyper angulation of the distal end. The hyper angulation can lead to an increased risk of complications during intubation and potential airway injury.
Instructions for Use have been updated to add the following warning: Use only M4 screws with the length of 14 16 mm when mounting Ambu aView 2 Advance on a VESA interface. Using longer screw lengths will penetrate the lithium-ion battery and result in a fir...
Multiple impacts, for example from being dropped, can cause to the Ambu aView 2 Advance to short-circuit and under special circumstances make the lithium-ion battery in the device combust leading to smoke and flames
Firm has received complaints on the device concerning leak/rupture of either the bronchial or tracheal cuff. Leakage during procedure could lead to loss of secure airway and will require re-intubation of patient.
Class IIReported ongoing
Distribution: Domestic distribution nationwide. Foreign distribution to Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland...
Potential for the manometer port being blocked rendering the manometer non-functional.
Incorrect labeling in which the front red pouch label did not match the actual size of the medical device. The label on the front of the scope incorrectly states 5.0/2.2 while the back label, shipping box and product inside correctly states 5.6/2.8.
Ambu has received complaints on Ambu¿ VivaSight 2 DLTs regarding hyper angulation of the distal end. The hyper angulation can lead to an increased risk of complications during intubation and potential airway injury.
Instructions for Use have been updated to add the following warning: Use only M4 screws with the length of 14 16 mm when mounting Ambu aView 2 Advance on a VESA interface. Using longer screw lengths will penetrate the lithium-ion battery and result in a fire hazard and battery...
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