FDA Device recall Z-1252-2017
Uretero-reno videoscope URF-V2 and URF-V2R endoscope and accessories The URF-V2/V2R endoscopes are intended for use in endoscopic diagnosis…
- FDA Device
- Class II
- terminated
- Published 2017-03-08
On 2017-03-08 the FDA classified a Class II recall of Uretero-reno videoscope URF-V2 and URF-V2R endoscope and accessories The URF-V2/V2R endoscopes are intended for use in endoscopic diagnosis… by Olympus, citing olympus has received complaints regarding the breakage of the endoscope's insertion tube bending section during surgical procedures. Some of these complaints are associated with t….
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| Agency | FDA Device |
|---|---|
| Recall number | Z-1252-2017 |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | terminated |
| Initiated | 2016-12-12 |
| Published | 2017-03-08 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC |
| Company | Olympus |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Uretero-reno videoscope URF-V2 and URF-V2R endoscope and accessories The URF-V2/V2R endoscopes are intended for use in endoscopic diagnosis and treatment within the ureter and kidney.
Reason
Olympus has received complaints regarding the breakage of the endoscope's insertion tube bending section during surgical procedures. Some of these complaints are associated with tissue trauma, including perforation, and insertion tubes which were stuck inside the patient and had to be surgically removed.
Identifiers
| code_info | All serial numbers |
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Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:54 UTC. Current status: terminated.
Source
Official record: https://api.fda.gov/device/enforcement.json?search=recall_number:%22Z-1252-2017%22
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