Nihon Kohden America Inc. is recalling 17 Adult Cap-ONE Biteblocks (model YG-227T) because they were distributed to customers after their expiration dates had passed. These single-use devices are used to sample carbon dioxide and provide supplemental oxygen to patients during endoscopy procedures. No injuries or incidents have been reported, but the company is taking action to retrieve the expired units.
Using a medical device beyond its expiration date may result in reduced monitoring accuracy or compromised product sterility, potentially leading to infections or improper patient care during medical procedures.
Intended to sample CO2 and administer supplemental oxygen during endoscopy procedures; single patient use only.
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