# FDA recall Z-0834-2024

> **Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc** · Class II · device recall initiated 2023-12-11.

## 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

- **Recall number:** Z-0834-2024
- **Recalling firm:** Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **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

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

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-0834-2024. Retrieved 2026-08-12 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-0834-2024. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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