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Class II Recall

EZDilate Wire Guided Balloon- Indicated for use in adult and adolescent (> 12 years) populations to endoscopically dilat

Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for EZDilate Wire Guided Balloon- Indicated for use in adult and adolescent (> 12 ye by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. Reason: Mislabeled Glo Cath Label (attached to the device) states: 11 mm, 12 mm, 13 mm however the balloon is 8.5mm, 9.5mm and 10.5 mm and may result in prolo.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0225-2025

Action Date

2024-10-30

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

EZDilate Wire Guided Balloon- Indicated for use in adult and adolescent (> 12 years) populations to endoscopically dilate strictures of the alimentary tract. It is also indicated in adults for endoscopic dilatation of the Sphincter of Oddi with or without prior sphincterotomy. Model/Catalog Number: BD-410X-1055

Lot/Code Info: UDI-DI: 821925033238 Lot: 408987

Quantity Affected: 209 units

Reason for Recall

Mislabeled Glo Cath Label (attached to the device) states: 11 mm, 12 mm, 13 mm however the balloon is 8.5mm, 9.5mm and 10.5 mm and may result in prolonged surgery. All other labeling is correct for the balloon, including the Shelf Box with Front Box Label and Circular Star Label and the balloon Pouch

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution: US distribution to states of: CA, FL, IL, NJ, NY, PA, TN, VA, WI; and Foreign OUS to countries of: CA, DE, IN, SG, Latin America.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2024-09-13

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 253 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.

Olympus Corporation of the Americas has 334 FDA actions in our database, including 334 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Olympus Corporation of the Americas) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Olympus Corporation of the Americas have FDA actions?

Olympus Corporation of the Americas has 334 FDA actions in our database, including 334 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0225-2025" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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