Fujifilm recalls duodenscope model
Fujifilm Medical Systems today voluntarily recalled its ED-530XT model duodenoscopes to replace certain parts in an effort to reduce potential risk associated with inadequate reprocessing of the device, which is used to visualize the upper digestive tract. The company plans to contact all customers by October with details for returning the device and said they can continue to use their current device until contacted. Customers also will receive new operations manuals for the device and should destroy all current manuals when they receive them. For additional recommendations, see today’s Food and Drug Administration notice to health care providers.
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