NA 00712804Recalls & reported problems
US Endoscopy · The Bite Block Maxi, Latex Free Strap is used to protect the endoscope insertion tube from being bitten by the patient. · Class 1
- Adverse event reports
- 3
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 3 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00724995184162), received between Mar 25, 2022 and Apr 3, 2025 — classified as 3 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Insufficient Device Problem Information” (2 reports).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Insufficient Device Problem Information2
- Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem1
- Material Discolored1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions2
- Laceration(s)1
Recent adverse event reports
The 3 most recent of 3 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionApr 3, 2025Material Discolored; Insufficient Device Problem Information; Material Discolored; Insufficient Device Problem Information
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED VIA MEDWATCH (B)(4) THAT THERE WERE BROWN DOTS OBSERVED ON THE PLASTIC PACKAGE OF THEIR BITE BLOCK. THE BITE BLOCK WAS NOT UTILIZED IN A PATIENT PROCEDURE. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 21767011 ↗MalfunctionOct 17, 2024Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING A PATIENT PROCEDURE A PIECE OF THEIR BITE BLOCK MAXI, LATEX FREE STRAP DETACHED AND HAD TO BE REMOVED FROM THE PATIENT USING A SCOPE. NO REPORT OF INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 20476630 ↗MalfunctionMar 25, 2022Insufficient Device Problem Information; Insufficient Device Problem Information
THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT DURING USE OF BITE BLOCKS, PATIENTS WERE OBTAINING CUTS IN THEIR MOUTH. NO MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS SOUGHT OR ADMINISTERED.
Patient problems: Laceration(s)
MAUDE report 13902571 ↗
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- Mouthpiece MB-142Olympus Medical Systems Corp. · Endoscopic Bite Block1 report
Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.