Brand Name: UroPass Ureteral Access Sheaths Product Name: Ureteral Access Sheaths Model/Catalog Number: 61024BX, 61038
Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for Brand Name: UroPass Ureteral Access Sheaths Product Name: Ureteral Access Sheat by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. Reason: Exposure of the UroPass product to Ultraviolet ( UV ) Radiation can cause brittleness of the device dilator tip, which may lead to broken dilator tips.
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-0364-2025
Action Date
2024-11-20
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
Brand Name: UroPass Ureteral Access Sheaths Product Name: Ureteral Access Sheaths Model/Catalog Number: 61024BX, 61038BX, 61046BX, 61054BX, 61124BX, 61138BX, 61146BX, 61154BX, 61224BX, 61238BX, 61246BX, 61254BX, 61324BX, 61338BX, 61346BX, 61354BX Software Version: N/A Product Description: The Olympus UroPass Ureteral Access Sheath Set consists of a hydrophilic coated outer sheath and an inner tapered dilator intended to establish a conduit for the passage of endoscopes and retrieval devices into the ureter. The hydrophilic coating on the UroPass Ureteral Access Sheath eases passage and placement. Both the outer sheath and inner dilator are radio-opaque for ease of viewing radiographically. Intended for single use only. Component: N/A
Lot/Code Info: Model/UDI-DI: 61024BX/00821925035317, 61038BX/00821925035324, 61046BX/00821925035331, 61054BX/00821925035348, 61124BX/00821925035355, 61138BX/00821925035362, 61146BX/00821925035379, 61154BX/00821925035386, 61224BX/00821925035393, 61238BX/00821925035409, 61246BX/00821925035416, 61254BX/00821925035423, 61324BX/00821925035430, 61338BX/00821925035447, 61346BX/00821925035454, 61354BX/00821925035461.
Quantity Affected: 14,093 units
Reason for Recall
Exposure of the UroPass product to Ultraviolet ( UV ) Radiation can cause brittleness of the device dilator tip, which may lead to broken dilator tips in the package or in patients during surgical procedures.
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Australia, Canada, China, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Republic of South Korea, Singapore.
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2024-09-11
Company
Center Valley, PA
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 242 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-0364-2025" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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