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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

B-V233P-A 3-LUMEN EXTRACTION BALLOON V, model no. B-V233P-A - Product Usage: Used with endoscopes to endoscopically remove stones such as calculi, pancreatic and common bile duct stones.

Reported: February 17, 2021 Initiated: January 4, 2021 #Z-0966-2021

Product Description

B-V233P-A 3-LUMEN EXTRACTION BALLOON V, model no. B-V233P-A - Product Usage: Used with endoscopes to endoscopically remove stones such as calculi, pancreatic and common bile duct stones.

Reason for Recall

Inspection confirmed a small percentage of sterile packages with inadequate package seal (partial heat seal). Patients may develop infections if non-sterile equipment is used.

Details

Recalling Firm
Aomori Olympus Co., Ltd.
Units Affected
7,400,000 (global); 260,395 (US)
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.
Location
Kuroishi, N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
B-V233P-A 3-LUMEN EXTRACTION BALLOON V, model no. B-V233P-A - Product Usage: Used with endoscopes to endoscopically remove stones such as calculi, pancreatic and common bile duct stones.. Recalled by Aomori Olympus Co., Ltd.. Units affected: 7,400,000 (global); 260,395 (US).
Why was this product recalled?
Inspection confirmed a small percentage of sterile packages with inadequate package seal (partial heat seal). Patients may develop infections if non-sterile equipment is used.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 17, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0966-2021.