Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- February 16, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Medline
- Category
- Health & Personal Care
- Sold At
- Multiple Retailers
- Geographic Scope
- 1 states
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Medical Devices; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Medline
- Product type
- Biopsy Valve Kit
- Model numbers
- UDI-DI 10195327501259 (EA) 40195327501250 (CS) LOTS 24DBW065 24EBV301 24HBB492 24JBW143 25ABG569 25CBH359 25DBD213 25GBP569 25HBQ088 25KBF725 26ABE643, UDI-DI 10195327371029 (EA) 40195327371020 (CS) LOTS 24FBM018 24GBL319
- Sold at
- Multiple Retailers
- Where affected
- ALL
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
February 16, 2026
Reported by FDA DEVICE
April 8, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 15, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
Kits contain recalled Olympus biopsy valves. Olympus is investigating an increase in complaints associated with rubber fragment detachment in the slit of single use biopsy valves. Potential consequences associated with detachment of fragments from valve include foreign body in patient's tracheobronchial tree, which may require intervention for removal. Other potential consequences include inflammatory response, hypoxia, and prolongation of procedure.
What You Should Do
Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Medline Industries, LP or your healthcare provider for instructions
About This Product
These kits are used in medical procedures and incorporate Olympus biopsy valves that are designed for single-use applications.
Why This Is Dangerous
Rubber fragments detaching from the valve slit can become a foreign body in the tracheobronchial tree, potentially causing inflammation, hypoxia, or extended procedures.
Industry Context
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the notice.
Real-World Impact
The recall may disrupt procedures in affected facilities and obligate immediate use of alternative devices or replacements.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- Identify BAL KIT, DYNDA2137B or ENDO KIT, DYKE1915 on the kit label.
- Check packaging for recall notices and refer to the FDA enforcement page for recall Z-1708-2026.
Where to find product info
UDI-DI and LOT codes are printed on the kit label and packaging. Manufacturer recall notices and FDA enforcement pages provide official guidance.
What timeline to expect
Refunds or replacements typically take 4-8 weeks once approved by the recall administrator.
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Document all attempts to contact Medline or the recalling authority.
- Escalate to hospital/clinic compliance teams for formal recall coordination.
- If necessary, contact FDA via the recall or MedWatch channels for escalation.
How to prevent similar issues
- In future purchases, verify UDI-DI and LOT numbers before procurement.
- Prefer vendors that provide clear recall status on packaging.
- Maintain updated recall databases for medical devices used in your facility.
Documentation advice
Retain recall notices, correspondence with Medline, the kit packaging, and any related medical records showing exposure or remediation steps.
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Product Details
Kits: BAL KIT, DYNDA2137B and ENDO KIT, DYKE1915. Sold nationwide in the United States. Recall date: 2026-02-16. Quantity: 14,379 kits. Brands involved: Medline; Olympus biopsy valves. Model identifiers: UDI-DI 10195327501259 (EA) 40195327501250 (CS) with LOTS 24DBW065 24EBV301 24HBB492 24JBW143 25ABG569 25CBH359 25DBD213 25GBP569 25HBQ088 25KBF725 26ABE643 and UDI-DI 10195327371029 (EA) 40195327371020 (CS) with LOTS 24FBM018 24GBL319.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- 14,379 total kits recalled
- Kits include BAL KIT DYNDA2137B and ENDO KIT DYKE1915
- Distribution: nationwide in 13 states plus unspecified nationwide reach
- Model/Lot details provided as UDI-DI and LOT codes
- Immediate action recommended: stop use and follow recall instructions
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