PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Low Class III Ongoing

ViziShot 2 Single Use Aspiration Needle, 21G- To be used with ultrasound endoscopes for ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration (FNA) of submucosal and extramural lesions of the tracheobronchial tree and the gastrointestinal tract. Model: NA-U401SX-4021, NA-U401SX-4021-A

Reported: May 31, 2023 Initiated: March 31, 2023 #Z-1615-2023

Product Description

ViziShot 2 Single Use Aspiration Needle, 21G- To be used with ultrasound endoscopes for ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration (FNA) of submucosal and extramural lesions of the tracheobronchial tree and the gastrointestinal tract. Model: NA-U401SX-4021, NA-U401SX-4021-A

Reason for Recall

Product non-conformance pertaining to the angle of the needle does not meet manufacturing specifications and remained unbent, resulting to slight resistance experienced during needle advancement and retraction.

Details

Units Affected
2058 (Boxes; 5 per Box)
Distribution
Natiowide Foreign: Canada, Germany
Location
Center Valley, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
ViziShot 2 Single Use Aspiration Needle, 21G- To be used with ultrasound endoscopes for ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration (FNA) of submucosal and extramural lesions of the tracheobronchial tree and the gastrointestinal tract. Model: NA-U401SX-4021, NA-U401SX-4021-A. Recalled by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. Units affected: 2058 (Boxes; 5 per Box).
Why was this product recalled?
Product non-conformance pertaining to the angle of the needle does not meet manufacturing specifications and remained unbent, resulting to slight resistance experienced during needle advancement and retraction.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 31, 2023. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-1615-2023.