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Class II Recall

Karl Storz Udel Sterilization Tray Instructions for Use, Tray Part Number/Description: 39301ACTS/CAMERA TRAY (STERRAD, I

Karl Storz Endoscopy

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Karl Storz Udel Sterilization Tray Instructions for Use, Tray Part Number/Descri by Karl Storz Endoscopy. Reason: To ensure sterilization effectiveness, sterilization tray instructions for use were updated and now state 1) udel trays may be used with flexible endo.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0442-2022

Action Date

2022-01-05

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Karl Storz Udel Sterilization Tray Instructions for Use, Tray Part Number/Description: 39301ACTS/CAMERA TRAY (STERRAD, INLINE CAMERA HEADS); 39301AS/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 2 RIGID SCOPES 4MM X 18CM); 39301BCTS/CAMERA TRAY (INLINE/C-MOUNT CAMERA HEADS); 39301BS/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 2 RIGID SCOPES 5MM X 35CM); 39301C1S/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 1 RIGID SCOPE & LT CABLE); 39301CS/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 2 RIGID SCOPE 10MM X 31CM); 39301DS/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 2 RIGID SCOPES); 39301HCTS/CAMERA TRAY (STERRAD, STANDARD CAMERA HEADS); 39301PHTS/CAMERA TRAY (STERRAD, PENDULUM/INLINE CAM HEADS); 39305C1S/BASKET-STYLE RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (UDEL, 1 RIGID SCOPE 4MM X 30CM); 39305C2S/BASKET-STYLE RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 2 RIGID SCOPES); 39305L1S/BASKET-STYLE RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 1 RIGID SCOPE); 39305L2S/BASKET-STYLE RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 2 RIGID SCOPES); 39311AS/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, 4 RIGID SCOPES & LT CABLE); 39311BS/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, TWO LAP SCOPES/CABLE); 39314FS/RIGID TELESCOPE TRAY (STERRAD, FOUR LAP SCOPES/CABLE); 39401AS/FLEXIBLE ENDOSCOPE TRAY (UP TO 39CM); 39402AS/FLEXIBLE ENDOSCOPE TRAY (FIBERSCOPES); 39403AS/FLEXIBLE ENDOSCOPE TRAY (CCD VIDESCOPES); 39406AS/FLEXIBLE ENDOSCOPE TRAY (CMOS VIDEOSCOPES)

Lot/Code Info: All lots with Instructions for Use Prior to PI-000078-10.0 (06/21)

Quantity Affected: 71892

Reason for Recall

To ensure sterilization effectiveness, sterilization tray instructions for use were updated and now state 1) udel trays may be used with flexible endoscopes with lumen diameters greater-than-or-equal to 1.2mm and maximum length of 845mm and 2) ethylene oxide is excluded as a sterilization modality.

Distribution

US: AK, AL, AP, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY OUS: Canada, Venezuela, Barbados, GUAM, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Northern Mariana Islands, Trinidad & Tobago, Germany, Cayman Islands, Philippines, Japan, Dominican Republic, Panama, Bahamas, Ecuador, Suriname, American Virgin Islands, British Virgin Islands, Belize, Curacao, The Bahamas, Brazil, South Korea, Bermuda

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2021-10-15

Company

Karl Storz Endoscopy

El Segundo, CA

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 90 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Karl Storz Endoscopy has 52 FDA actions in our database, including 52 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 (Karl Storz Endoscopy) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Karl Storz Endoscopy have FDA actions?

Karl Storz Endoscopy has 52 FDA actions in our database, including 52 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0442-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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