Class I Medical Device Recall: Verathon, Inc., GlideScope Video Laryngoscope (GVL) 3, 4, 5 and GlideScope (AVL) 2, 3, 4 and 5 Reusable Blades

The GlideScope GVL and AVL reusable blades were recalled due to the potential risk of breakage and premature failure of the blade tip. Device failure may not be readily visible during routine inspection before or after insertion of the laryngoscope.

Source: Food and Drug Adminstration (FDA): CDRHNew - July 10, 2013 Category: Medical Equipment Source Type: news