Endoscope, Neurological
Neurology · 21 CFR 882.1480
If the device is reusable, validated reprocessing instructions and reprocessing validation data for this device type must be included in a 510(k) submission (82 FR 26807, available at https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-06-09/pdf/2017-12007.pdf).
Recent MDR events
283 adverse event reports on file
- IMAGE1 S D3-LINKJul 14, 2026MalfunctionKarl Storz Se & Co. Kg9610617-2026-01613
- IMAGE1 S D3-LINKJul 9, 2026MalfunctionKarl Storz Se & Co. Kg9610617-2026-01585
- BIOPSY FORCEPS, FLEXIBLE, 1 MMMar 17, 2026MalfunctionKarl Storz Se & Co. Kg9610617-2026-00579
- LITTLE LOTTA VENTRICULOSCOPEFeb 16, 2026InjuryKarl Storz Se & Co. Kg2020550-2026-00302
- LITTLE LOTTA VENTRICULOSCOPEFeb 16, 2026InjuryKarl Storz Se & Co. Kg9610617-2026-00302
- CCU, MODULAR, IMAGE1 S CONNECT II, USJan 28, 2026InjuryKarl Storz Imaging2027009-2026-00152
- CCU, MODULAR, IMAGE1 S CONNECT II, USJan 28, 2026InjuryKarl Storz Imaging2027009-2026-00154
- CLARUS DIGITAL CHANNELSCOPE ENDOSCOPE, 13.0CMJan 21, 2026MalfunctionClarus Medical, Llc24129812
- 2233-513 DIGITAL CHANNEL SCOPEJan 3, 2026MalfunctionClarus Medical, Llc2183911-2025-00002
- ARTEMIS NEURO EVACUATION DEVICEDec 31, 2025InjuryPenumbra, Inc.3005168196-2025-00420
Event type breakdown
Recalls
22 recall events for this product code
- Aesculap IncOpen, ClassifiedMar 2, 2026
Brand Name: AESCULAP
There is the potential for the length of the trocar shaft to be too long.
Z-1485-2026 · View FDA record ↗ - Integra LifeSciences Corp.Open, ClassifiedMar 6, 2025
AURORA Surgiscope System, Sterile, single use device that contains a Sheath, Obturator, and Imager. Manufacturer's Product Numbers (Catalog Number): (1) ASX15/6
Possibility for the obturator to break (separate).
Z-1295-2025 · View FDA record ↗ - Integra LifeSciences Corp.Open, ClassifiedJul 11, 2024
AURORA Surgiscope System. Sterile, single use device that contains a Sheath, Obturator, and Imager.
Potential sheath damage that could lead to tissue damage and/or track hemorrhage.
Z-2331-2024 · View FDA record ↗ - Aesculap Implant Systems LLCOpen, ClassifiedSep 6, 2023
For intraventricular indications mainly used for operations within the brain ventricles.
Trocar manufactured with the shaft too long and does not meet manufacturing specifications. As a result, when used with the 30 neuroendoscope, a portion of the visual field is obscured.
Z-2518-2023 · View FDA record ↗ - Aesculap Implant Systems LLCTerminatedMar 20, 2017
AESCULAP MINOP InVent 30 Trocar System, non-sterile
Aesculap Implant Systems LLC is recalling the Minop Trocar due to the possibility it may have sharp edges on the distal end which may lead to the abrasion of the insulation when removing the electrode.
Z-1814-2017 · View FDA record ↗ - Mitaka USA, Inc.TerminatedMay 11, 2012
Mitaka Point Setter, holding system for surgical instruments.
Use of a potentially weaker spring in the device than required to meet specifications to hold the Point Setter ARM in place during surgery.
Z-1539-2012 · View FDA record ↗ - Visionsense, Ltd.TerminatedMar 8, 2012
Visionsense Stereoscopic Vision System, Brand name VSII, Model/Part Numbers 172-0030 and 172-0040 --- Classification Name: Neurological Endoscope --- NOTE: Mode
A complaint was received and a unit returned that exhibited the metal and glass shaft window becoming dislodged during scope cleaning. Additionally, during in-process visual inspection of the metal and glass shaft window sub-assembly from a specific batch that was received from the supplier it was noted that the window at the tip of the scope was not seated properly. It was determined that the wi
Z-1192-2012 · View FDA record ↗ - Geomed Medizin-Technik Gmbh & Co.TerminatedFeb 19, 2012
ASSISTO Arm System Table-mounted self retaining instrument holder system consisting of stainless steel tubular, articulated arms.
The product may fracture during surgical procedures.
Z-1061-2012 · View FDA record ↗ - Remington Medical Inc.TerminatedOct 21, 2005
Remington Medical, Inc. Ten Disposable Tear-Away Introducer Sets Size 7 French, Sterile: Single Use/Disposable Radiopaque Contents Ethylene Oxide Sterilized.
The Tear-Away introducer sheath in the Disposable Tear-Away Vascular Introducer kits may exhibit cracked hubs/handles and/or improper peeling of the sheath during use.
Z-0065-06 · View FDA record ↗ - Remington Medical Inc.TerminatedOct 21, 2005
Remington Medical, Inc. Ten Disposable Tear-Away Introducer Sets, Size 8 French, Sterile: Single Use/Disposable Radiopague Contents Ethylene Oxide Sterilized
The Tear-Away introducer sheath in the Disposable Tear-Away Vascular Introducer kits may exhibit cracked hubs/handles and/or improper peeling of the sheath during use.
Z-0066-06 · View FDA record ↗
Registered firms
255 firms currently registered for this product code
Karl Storz Se & Co. Kg
TUTTLINGEN Baden-Wurttemberg, DE
Rebound Therapeutics, Corporation
Irvine, CA, US
Penumbra Inc.
Livermore, CA, US
Storz Endoskop Produktions Gmbh
SCHAFFHAUSEN, CH
Karl Storz Endoscopy-america, Inc.
El Segundo, CA, US
Karl Storz Endoscopy-america, Inc.
Auburn, MA, US
Isomedix Operations, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN, US
Richard Wolf Gmbh
KNITTLINGEN Baden-Wurttemberg, DE
Stryker Endoscopy
SAN JOSE, CA, US
Medtronic Neurosurgery
Fort Worth, TX, US
Karl Storz Endoscopy Canada Ltd.
Mississauga Ontario, CA
Gebruder Renggli, Ag
Schaffhausen, CH
Jr-medizintechnik Gmbh & Co Kg
Leibertingen Baden-Wurttemberg, DE
Clearmind Biomedical
Taipei City, TW
Clearpoint Neuro Inc.
Carlsbad, CA, US
Sterigenics Us Llc
Los Angeles, CA, US
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp.
VERNON HILLS, IL, US
Clarus Medical, Llc.
Minneapolis, MN, US
Aesculap Ag
TUTTLINGEN, DONAU Baden-Wurttemberg, DE
Henke-sass Wolf, Gmbh.
TUTTLINGEN Baden-Wurttemberg, DE
510(k) clearances
93 clearances for this product code
- Stryker EndoscopyJun 4, 2026
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- Stryker InstrumentsMay 8, 2026
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- Hjy Smart Medical Device Co., Ltd.May 21, 2025
K243429 · HJY VisualNext 3D Endoscopic Vision System
- Integra LifeSciences CorporationApr 9, 2025
K250752 · AURORA® Surgiscope® System (ASX15/60); AURORA® Surgiscope® System (ASX15/80)
- VPIX Medical, Inc.Aug 21, 2024
K233391 · cCeLL - In vivo
- Clarus Medical, LLCNov 21, 2023
K223615 · Digital ClarusScope System, Digital NeuroPEN System
- Rebound Therapeutics CorporationOct 27, 2023
K232618 · Aurora Surgiscope System
- Clearmind BiomedicalOct 13, 2023
K230125 · Neuroblade System