Adult Cap-ONE Biteblock devices recalled for expired product distribution
Nihon Kohden America Inc is recalling 17 Adult Cap-ONE Biteblock devices shipped after expiration dates. The single-use devices are intended for sampling CO2 and administering oxygen during endoscopy procedures.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class II recall with no reported illnesses, injuries, or deaths. The hazard is distribution of expired medical devices—a regulatory and quality compliance issue rather than an acute safety threat. The small quantity affected (17 devices) and absence of reported harm support a Moderate severity rating.
Plain-English summary
Nihon Kohden America Inc is recalling 17 Adult Cap-ONE Biteblock devices (Model YG-227T, Lot Numbers 706121CB, 706301CB, 707211CB) that were shipped and distributed to customers after the devices' expiration dates had passed. The Cap-ONE Biteblock is intended for sampling carbon dioxide and administering supplemental oxygen during endoscopy procedures for patients who can wear a 20mm bite block.
The affected devices were distributed to healthcare facilities in California, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Missouri, North Carolina, Oregon, and Utah. Devices that exceed their expiration date may not function as originally designed or tested.
The recalled product
- Product
- Adult Cap-ONE Biteblock REF YG-227T The cap-ONE Biteblock is intended to sample CO2 and administer supplemental oxygen, for patients who can wear a 20mm bite block, during endoscopy type procedures. The device is intended for single patient use only.
- Manufacturer
- Nihon Kohden America Inc
- Category
- Medical Device — Endoscopy
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 17
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (3)
- Model:YG-227T DI: 14931921904043 Lot Numbers: 706121CB
- 706301CB
- 707211CB
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