There is disclosed a selectively removable connector adapter for use in connecting a medical device to an endoscope. The connector adapter comprises a shaft member defined by a proximal end and a distal end and having a passageway extending therethrough and configured for receiving a portion of a medical device a support member and at least two connecting members that are pivotally connected to the support member. The distal end of the shaft member is fixedly attached to the support member and the connecting members cooperate to define a cavity therein for receiving a proximal portion of an endoscope to selectively secure the connector adapter to the endoscope.
