Medical Device Recall: Brand Name: EsophaCap Product Name: EsophaCap (20mm diameter, 20 pores/inch) Model/Catalog Number: EC20T20VI Software Version: N/A Product Description: EsophaCap is pouched as individual units. 1
Lucid Diagnostics, Inc. · April 24, 2024
Reason for Recall
The EsophaCap sponge may be at increased risk of detaching from the string during removal of the device from the patient, particularly at the lower esophageal sphincter at the gastroesophageal junction or the upper esophageal sphincter between the pharynx and the esophagus, which is the narrowest part of the alimentary canal.
Product Description
Brand Name: EsophaCap Product Name: EsophaCap (20mm diameter, 20 pores/inch) Model/Catalog Number: EC20T20VI Software Version: N/A Product Description: EsophaCap is pouched as individual units. 10 units go into a shelf-box. Component: No
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution in the states of MN, MD.
States Affected
NATIONWIDE
Quantity Affected
157 units (US)
Source: FDA (openFDA Device Enforcement)
Recall number: Z-1899-2024
Status: ongoing
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