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 Class 2 Device Recall Pentaxsee related information
Date Initiated by FirmJanuary 29, 2025
Date PostedFebruary 26, 2025
Recall Status1 Open3, Classified
Recall NumberZ-1238-2025
Recall Event ID 96164
510(K)NumberK231249 
Product Classification Endoscope, accessories, image post-processing for color enhancement - Product Code PEA
ProductPentax Medical Video Processor- Intended to be used with PENTAX Medical endoscopes, monitors and other peripheral devices for endoscopic diagnosis, treatment, and video observation. Model: EPK-i8020c
Code Information UDI: 04961333247974 Serial Numbers: B0023Z1193 B0023Z1195 B0023Z1245 B0023Z1247 B0023Z1250 B0023Z1255 B0023Z1256 B0023Z1276 B0023Z1277 B0023Z1279 B0023Z1280 B0023Z1286 B0023Z1290 B0023Z1296 B0023Z1313 B0023Z1335 B0023Z1451 B0023Z1461 B0023Z1478 B0023Z1481 B0023Z1565 B0023Z1573 B0023Z1628 B0023Z1631 B0023Z1637 B0023Z1639 B0023Z1645 B0023Z1648 B0023Z1652 B0023Z1653 B0023Z1655 B0023Z1656 B0023Z1659 B0023Z1661 B0023Z1665 B0023Z1667 B0023Z1669 B0023Z1671 B0023Z1676 B0023Z1678 B0023Z1682 B0023Z1694 B0023Z1696 B0023Z1698 B0023Z1711 B0023Z1712 B0023Z1716 B0023Z1717 B0023Z1732 C0023Z0021 C0023Z0072 C0023Z0074 C0023Z0078 C0023Z0082 C0023Z0084 C0023Z0085 C0023Z0087 C0023Z0091 C0023Z0092 C0023Z0094 C0023Z0095 C0023Z0096 C0023Z0097 D0023Z0011 D0023Z0017 D0023Z0108 D0023Z0109 D0023Z0112 D0023Z0117 D0023Z0118 D0023Z0119 D0023Z0122 D0023Z0123 D0023Z0125 D0023Z0140 D0023Z0142 D0023Z0222 D0023Z0241 D0023Z0248 D0158Z0019 D0158Z0033 D0158Z0049 D0158Z0053 E0023Z0002 E0023Z0004 E0023Z0007 E0023Z0008 E0023Z0009 E0023Z0013 E0023Z0016 E0023Z0018 E0023Z0020 E0023Z0024 E0023Z0026
Recalling Firm/
Manufacturer		 Pentax of America Inc
3 Paragon Dr
Montvale NJ 07645-1782
For Additional Information ContactSAME
973-628-2199
Manufacturer Reason
for Recall		During endoscopic procedures using a combination of the video processor EPK-i8020c and the i20c series video endoscope, the observed image can become reddish or dark (1.8%). Users have observed smoke-like steam and noted that the light guide at the tip is hot during use / after the endoscope is removed from the patient, and may cause thermal injury to the patient's mucous membranes.
FDA Determined
Cause 2		Device Design
ActionPentax issued URGENT i20c Endoscope User Notification-Precautions when using PENTAX Medical i20c endoscopes with EPK-i8020c Processor Letter on 1/29/25 certified USPS Mail. The letter states reason for recall, health risk and action to take: Customer Instructions: Perform a pre-use inspection according to the Instructions for Use to make sure that there are no foreign objects, scratches, chips, or other abnormalities on the light guide. Do not use OE (Optical Enhancement) mode in cases where there is bleeding such as hematemesis or hematochezia, or where a lot of bleeding was observed during an endoscopic examination or procedure. Use normal observation mode and set the illumination brightness to the minimum necessary. If you notice any abnormalities, such as the observed image being reddish or darker than normal, discontinue use and immediately remove the endoscope from the patient while keeping the endoscope at a distance from the mucous membrane. The temperature at the tip of the endoscope could rise and may cause thermal injury to the patient's mucous membranes. After removing the endoscope, turn off the video processor lamp. Check the distal end of the endoscope, remove any attached patient material, and confirm that the light guide is normal before using it again. If you cannot completely remove all patient material from the distal end of the endoscope, discontinue use and contact PENTAX Medical service facility and request repairs. Please download the Instructions for use (IFU) from the PENTAX Medical online IFU library at https://ifu.pentaxmedical.com for the following products: Models EPK-i8020c; EC38-i20cL; EG29-i20c. Further Actions by PENTAX Medical: PENTAX Medical is currently considering countermeasures that will help to further reduce the potential risks mentioned above. PENTAX Medical will duly notify you when we are ready to implement the changes. Contact Information: Please indicate through the attached response form that you have received and
Quantity in Commerce94 units
DistributionNationwide
Total Product Life CycleTPLC Device Report
1 A record in this database is created when a firm initiates a correction or removal action. The record is updated if the FDA identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and it is updated for a final time when the recall is terminated. Learn more about medical device recalls.
2 Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall.
3 The manufacturer has initiated the recall and not all products have been corrected or removed. This record will be updated as the status changes.
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