Karl Storz Endoscopy recalls Karl Storz, Model # 11161C2, Flexible Neuroscope

Recall date

August 27, 2019

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-1531-2020

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Karl Storz Endoscopy

Sold / distributed

US: AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NJ, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WV, OUS: Canda

Why it was recalled

During a complaint investigation it was determined that an error was observed within the instruction manual included with some scopes. Specifically, The Quick Connector Kits (QCK) and tray information, specified for the STERIS System 1E (SS1E) sterilization method within the instruction manual is incorrect. If the user uses SS1E to sterilize the impacted scopes and referred to the manual concerning the QCK information, the sterility of reprocessed scope cannot be guaranteed.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Karl Storz, Model # 11161C2, Flexible Neuroscope