FDA recall Z-0834-2024

Product

ENDOPATH ECHELON 45mm RELOADS WITH GRIPPING SURFACE TECHNOLOGY (GST), ECHELON Endopath Stapler, Endoscopic Linear Cutter Reload (+Gripping Surface technology), 45MM WHITE VASCULAR/THIN, Product No. GST45W

Reason for recall

There is the potential for incomplete staple line formation during the firing sequence, without most or all staples, which may lead to insufficient tissue apposition that could require surgical intervention. This may result in bleeding, prolonged surgery, or surgical delay.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada and Brazil.

Key facts

Status

Ongoing

Initiation date

2023-12-11

Report date

2024-02-07

Voluntary/Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

Location

Blue Ash, OH, United States

Primary source

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-0834-2024