The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2073-2020·Announced 2020-05-27

Capso Vision Recalls CapsoCam Plus Capsule Endoscopy Systems Due to Labeling Errors

Capso Vision, Inc. is recalling 44 CapsoCam Plus video capsule systems because incorrect serial number labels may lead to patient misdiagnosis.

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: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves a labeling error that could lead to misdiagnosis, which aligns with the rubric for moderate severity involving minor labeling errors or low-risk issues.

Plain-English summary

Capso Vision, Inc. is recalling 44 units of the CapsoCam Plus video capsule system. This medical device is intended for the visualization of the small bowel mucosa in adults to help detect abnormalities. The recall was initiated because the devices may have been mis-labeled with incorrect serial numbers.

The potential for incorrect serial number labels creates a risk that a patient's medical records may be associated with the wrong device data, which may result in a misdiagnosis. The affected units were distributed nationwide in the United States, including in the states of Florida, Georgia, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

Healthcare providers and facilities that have received these devices should stop using them and contact Capso Vision, Inc. for instructions on how to return the units. Patients who have used these devices should contact their healthcare provider to discuss their medical records and ensure that the correct data was used for their diagnosis.

The recalled product

Product
CapsoCam Plus *** System, Imaging, Gastrointestinal, Wireless, Capsule, Electrical Rating 3.1V DC/10mA REF 2795 - Product Usage: The CapsoCam Plus video capsule system is intended for visualization of the small bowel mucosa in adults. It may be used as a tool in the detection of
Manufacturer
Capso Vision, Inc.
Affected units
44

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 (20)

  • A00ZJ2.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZJ2.699
  • A00ZK2.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZK2.699
  • A00ZM0.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZM0.699
  • A00ZM3.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZM3.699
  • A00ZN3.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZN3.699
  • A00ZQ5.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZQ5.699
  • A00ZW6.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZW6.699
  • A01004.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A01004.699
  • A0100H.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A0100H.699
  • A0102J.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A0102J.699
  • A0104G.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A0104G.699
  • A0104U.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A0104U.699
  • A00ZD6.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZD6.699
  • A00ZJ5.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZJ5.699
  • A00ZK4.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZK4.699
  • A00ZX4.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZX4.699
  • A010AA.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A010AA.699
  • A00ZL7.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZL7.699
  • A00ZL8.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A00ZL8.699
  • A010TD.699 0100867770000209 13180921 17200921 1002-18-0036 21A010TD.699

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 6 states specifically:

Same manufacturer · Capso Vision, Inc.

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