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Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc recalls Endopath Echelon Vascular White Reload for Advanced Placement Tip (35mm, 4 row); Product code VASECR35
Recalled May 28, 2025 · FDA recall Z-1746-2025 · Ethicon Endo-Surgery
Hazard
Firm has received an increase in reports regarding inadvertent instrument lockout during surgical procedures involving the device. If lockout occurs, the device will momentarily activate but will not cut or staple tissue, and additional steps will be required to open it and remove it from tissue. If user is unable to remove the device from the tissue, potential harms to patient include surgical delay, bleeding/hemorrhage, life threatening hemorrhage/hemorrhagic shock, and conversion to open therapy. Two adverse events received, including one patient death. · FDA Class I
Units
678,526
Sold at
US distribution nationwide. OUS distribution to EMEA, LATAM, APAC, and Canada.
Description
Firm has received an increase in reports regarding inadvertent instrument lockout during surgical procedures involving the device. If lockout occurs, the device will momentarily activate but will not cut or staple tissue, and additional steps will be required to open it and remove it from tissue. If user is unable to remove the device from the tissue, potential harms to patient include surgical delay, bleeding/hemorrhage, life threatening hemorrhage/hemorrhagic shock, and conversion to open therapy. Two adverse events received, including one patient death.
Product
Endopath Echelon Vascular White Reload for Advanced Placement Tip (35mm, 4 row); Product code VASECR35
Manufacturer(s)
Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →