Aomori Olympus Co., Ltd.: Medical Device Recall in 2021 - (Recall #: Z-0992-2021)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2021.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

SD-400U-15 SNAREMASTER PLUS Hot/Cold 15m, model no. SD-400U-15 - Product Usage: Used with endoscopes for the removal and/or cauterization of diminutive polyps, sessile polyps, pedunculated polyps and tissue from within the GI tract.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: January 4, 2021

Date Posted: February 17, 2021

Recall Number: Z-0992-2021

Event ID: 87074

Reason for Recall:

Inspection confirmed a small percentage of sterile packages with inadequate package seal (partial heat seal). Patients may develop infections if non-sterile equipment is used.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 7,400,000 (globally); 260,395 (US)

Code Information:

97V, 98V, 03V, 04V, 06V

Distribution Pattern:

US Nationwide distribution.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated