Health Canada Flags NICO Myriad Paediscope Recall Over Adapter Fit 2026

Health Canada has published a Type II recall for the NICO Myriad 19×21.5 MHP Paediscope, a neurosurgical handpiece, after Stryker found that it may not fit through the adapter supplied with it. The adapter connects the handpiece to the neuroendoscope. The recall covers four lots of a single model and was posted on October 16, 2026.

Products Affected by This Recall

The recall involves one product, the NICO Myriad 19×21.5 MHP Paediscope, sold under the Nico Corporation brand. All affected units share model or catalogue number NN-8520. Health Canada lists four lot or serial numbers:

• 37CC7851
• 37HD2770
• 37IC6879
• 37JE2714

The notice does not say how many units are involved. It also does not give a UPC or a product image.

What Triggered the Recall

According to the notice, Stryker identified that the Myriad Paediscope handpiece may not pass through the adapter included in the package. That adapter links the handpiece to the neuroendoscope, so a poor fit could stop the two components from being connected as intended. Health Canada classifies the issue as a device compatibility problem.

Three complaints have been reported for this issue. The notice does not describe any injuries and does not say whether any of the complaints involved a procedure.

Regulatory Response

The recall is classed as Type II, and Health Canada lists a recall date of October 6, 2026. The identification number is RA-82798. The notice was published by Health Canada under its medical devices program and is aimed at a healthcare audience, not at the general public. The company listed in the record is Nico Corporation, at 250 E. 96th St., Indianapolis, Indiana, United States.

The notice does not state how Health Canada assessed the health risk, and it does not name any further corrective action beyond the guidance below.

Who Should Be Concerned

This recall is directed at healthcare professionals and facilities that hold or use the listed lots of the NICO Myriad 19×21.5 MHP Paediscope. The notice does not name hospitals, provinces or distributors that received the affected devices. Facilities should check their inventory against the four lot numbers and the model number NN-8520.

Because the device is used by clinical staff, members of the public are not expected to hold affected units.

What Consumers Need to Do Now

The only instruction in the Health Canada notice is to contact the manufacturer if additional information is required. The notice gives no contact details, return instructions or refund process, so facilities with questions should contact the manufacturer, Stryker, or the supplier from which they bought the device.

Staff who handle the device may wish to take these steps:

• Compare lot or serial numbers on hand with the four lots listed above.
• Confirm the model or catalogue number is NN-8520.
• Contact the manufacturer for additional information about the issue.

Quick Facts

• Product: NICO Myriad 19×21.5 MHP Paediscope
• Model number: NN-8520
• Issue: Device compatibility, handpiece may not fit through the included adapter
• Complaints reported: Three
• Recall class: Type II
• Recall date: October 6, 2026
• Published: October 16, 2026
• Reference number: RA-82798

From the Agency

Health Canada’s notice states the issue plainly: Stryker identified that the Myriad Paediscope handpiece may not fit through the included adapter used to connect the handpiece to the neuroendoscope, and three complaints have been reported. The agency lists the audience as healthcare and directs readers to the manufacturer for further information.

Health Canada publishes recalls and safety alerts for health products on its recalls and safety alerts website. Healthcare professionals can subscribe there to receive email notices about new and updated recalls. The site also allows anyone to report a health or safety concern about a product.

The notice is the only source for the details above. Readers who need more information on timing, replacement or next steps should contact the manufacturer directly.