Karl Storz recalls specific CMOS video cysto-urethroscopes that may lose image when using monopolar electrocautery due to a manufacturing issue. Affected models include REF 11272VUE and REF 11272VUEK with listed serial numbers.
The endoscope may experience a loss of image when activating monopolar electrocautery, due a manufacturing assembly process issue.
Karl Storz is recalling certain CMOS video cysto-urethroscopes that may lose image quality when using monopolar electrocautery. This issue stems from a manufacturing assembly problem that could affect medical procedures.
The endoscope may lose image quality when activating monopolar electrocautery due to a manufacturing assembly issue. This could potentially lead to difficulties in visualizing the surgical site during procedures.
Medical professionals using the recalled endoscopes for procedures involving monopolar electrocautery. Patients undergoing surgery with these devices may be at risk if the image loss occurs during critical steps.
Check for serial numbers listed in the recall notice: 25407, 32321, 38539, 53439, 58011, 58143, 58546, 59051, and other specific numbers provided in the recall document.
Review the serial numbers listed in the recall notice to determine if your endoscope is affected.
The recalled models include REF 11272VUE and REF 11272VUEK with specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
The recall does not specify an immediate stop-use requirement; however, you should check if your endoscope has the listed serial numbers.
You should check the recall notice for specific instructions, but the official notice does not provide a remedy for this recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Karl Storz to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1234-2022 — Karl Storz Karl Storz Hello, I own a Karl Storz that is covered by recall Z-1234-2022 from Karl Storz. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
