FDA-Device2026-02-11Class IIPROCESSING DEFECT

Olympus Single Use 3-Lumen Sphincterotome recalled for potential deformation and performance loss

OTHERNationwide distribution

Stop using Olympus KD-VC411Q-0725 sphincterotome

Olympus has recalled certain Single Use 3-Lumen Sphincterotome V devices (model KD-VC411Q-0725) used during endoscopic procedures. Some devices may not have undergone proper thermoforming during manufacturing, which could cause them to deform and lose performance during use.

  • Stop using any Olympus KD-VC411Q-0725 sphincterotome devices immediately
  • Check your inventory for devices with this model number and material reference N5424710
  • Contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas for instructions on return or replacement
  • Review affected lot numbers with your supplier or Olympus
Hazard

Devices which did not undergo thermoforming could deform and lose performance.

Sold states
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, GU, HI, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY and International: TBD.
Affected count
1474 units (all OUS)
Manufactured in
3500 Corporate Pkwy, N/A, Center Valley, PA, United States
Products
Product Name: Single Use 3-Lumen Sphincterotome V (Distal Wire guided) Model/Catalog Number: KD-VC411Q-0725; Software Version: N/A Product Description: These instruments have been designed to be used with an Olympus endoscope and guidewire for papillotomy using high-frequency current.

Official notice

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1297-2026

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