Applied Medical Resources Corp: Medical Device Recall in 2016 - (Recall #: Z-1329-2016)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2016.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

CA500 Epix Universal Clip Applier Product Usage: The Epix disposable laparoscopic clip applier is indicated for ligation of tubular structures or vessels in laparoscopic and general surgical procedures.

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: December 22, 2015

Date Posted: April 13, 2016

Recall Number: Z-1329-2016

Event ID: 73456

Reason for Recall:

Applied Medical Resources Corporation is recalling CA500 Epix Universal Clip Applier, kit models STD GK258 AME Standard Kit 44, STD KIT GK213, AME Standard Kit 15, and STD KIT GK260, Standard Set 360 Z, which contain the affected CA500 lot, because of a potential loading mechanism nonconformance.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 1771 units

Code Information:

Lot #: 1231562

Distribution Pattern:

U.S .Nationwide Distribution in the states of GA, AL, LA, TX, MN, AK, CA, ID, OR, UT, WY, NM, and AZ. Foreign distirbution to the following; Austria, Belgium, Denmarl, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Greece, Netherlands, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Great Britain

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated