Karl Storz Uvula Retractors Recalled for Sterility Concerns

Agency Publication Date: March 27, 2024

Summary

Karl Storz Endoscopy is recalling 147 units of its Uvula Retractors (REF 723014) intended for veterinary use. The recall was initiated because the manufacturer cannot guarantee the sterility assurance for these hand instruments, which could lead to infections if used during surgical procedures. These veterinary-only devices were distributed across 25 U.S. states. If you have this instrument, you should stop using it immediately and contact the manufacturer or your supplier to arrange for its return.

Risk

Because the sterility of these surgical instruments cannot be guaranteed, using them on animals poses a risk of introducing infections or pathogens during medical procedures. No injuries or adverse events have been reported to date.

What You Should Do

Identify the affected product by checking the packaging or device for the reference number REF 723014 and UDI number 04048551193587.
If you have animal health concerns, contact your veterinarian. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund, throw it away, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions.
Call the FDA Consumer Complaint hotline at 1-888-723-3332 for additional questions regarding this recall.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Full Refund

How to: If you have animal health concerns, contact your veterinarian. Return any unused product to the place of purchase for a refund, or contact the manufacturer or supplier for further instructions

Option 2: Dispose of Product

How to: Throw the product away.

Affected Products

Product: Karl Storz SE & CO. KG, REF 723014, Uvula Retractor

Variants: For Veterinary Use Only, Rx Only

Model:

723014

Lot Numbers:

All Lots

UDI:

04048551193587

Recall #: V-0043-2024

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 94285

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Karl Storz Endoscopy

Sold By: Veterinary suppliers; Medical distributors

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 147 units

Distributed To: Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, New York, Ohio, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia

Agency Last Updated: April 5, 2024

Were You Affected by This Recall?

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