Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc: Medical Device Recall in 2024 - (Recall #: Z-0834-2024)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2024.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

ENDOPATH ECHELON 45mm RELOADS WITH GRIPPING SURFACE TECHNOLOGY (GST), ECHELON Endopath Stapler, Endoscopic Linear Cutter Reload (+Gripping Surface technology), 45MM WHITE VASCULAR/THIN, Product No. GST45W

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: December 11, 2023

Date Posted: February 7, 2024

Recall Number: Z-0834-2024

Event ID: 93735

Reason for Recall:

There is the potential for incomplete staple line formation during the firing sequence, without most or all staples, which may lead to insufficient tissue apposition that could require surgical intervention. This may result in bleeding, prolonged surgery, or surgical delay.

Status: Ongoing

Product Quantity: 22,616 (US), 4,476 (OUS)

Code Information:

UDI-DI 10705036014928 Lots 442C02 and 442C03

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Canada and Brazil.

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated