Arthroscope
Orthopedic · 21 CFR 888.1100
Validated reprocessing instructions and reprocessing validation data for this device type must be included in a 510(k) submission if the device is reusable and has specific design features (please refer to Table 2 of 82 FR 26807, available at https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2017-06-09/pdf/2017-12007.pdf).
Recent MDR events
25,491 adverse event reports on file
- KYPHON KISJul 31, 2026MalfunctionMedtronic Mexico S. De R.l. De Cv9617601-2026-04843
- METRx(TM) SystemJul 31, 2026MalfunctionMedtronic Sofamor Danek Usa, Inc.3003120897-2026-01319
- SYNERGY CW4 ARTHROSCOPY PUMPJul 31, 2026MalfunctionArthrex, Inc.1220246-2026-04150
- SYNERGY CW4 ARTHROSCOPY PUMPJul 31, 2026MalfunctionArthrex, Inc.1220246-2026-04151
- FMSJul 31, 2026MalfunctionDepuy Mitek Llc Us1221934-2026-03400
- DW ARTHROSCOPY FLUID MANAGEMENT DEVJul 30, 2026MalfunctionArthrex, Inc.1220246-2026-04111
- UNKJul 30, 2026MalfunctionArthrex, Inc.1220246-2026-04112
- XPANDERJul 30, 2026MalfunctionMedtronic Mexico S. De R.l. De Cv9617601-2026-04769
- XPANDERJul 30, 2026MalfunctionMedtronic Mexico S. De R.l. De Cv9617601-2026-04770
- FMSJul 30, 2026MalfunctionDepuy Mitek Llc Us1221934-2026-03381
Event type breakdown
Recalls
126 recall events for this product code
- MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - NorthfieldOpen, ClassifiedMar 25, 2025
Medline procedure kits labeled as:
Medical convenience kits contain plastic syringes affected by the FDA Safety Alert issued on March 19, 2024. Leaks, breakage, and/other quality issues have been identified that may pose a risk to patient health.
Z-1453-2025 · View FDA record ↗ - Karl Storz EndoscopyOpen, ClassifiedNov 25, 2024
4.5 x 180 mm REF 28208BKS Aggressive Cutter, sterile, 6x
Due to holes detected in the inner barrier system that may compromise the sterility of the affected products.
Z-0526-2025 · View FDA record ↗ - MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - NorthfieldOpen, ClassifiedSep 6, 2024
Medline Convenience kits labeled as:
Medical convenience kits contain plastic syringes affected by the FDA Safety Alert issued on March 19, 2024. Leaks, breakage, and/ other quality issues have been identified that may pose a risk to patient health.
Z-3053-2024 · View FDA record ↗ - WOM World Of Medicine AGOpen, ClassifiedJul 1, 2024
WOM Tube Set for lrrlgatlon, single-use- Intended to transport irrigation fluid to the patient in endoscopic surgeries. Distr. by Endoscopy Smith & Nephew Inc.
Incorrect transponder data was written on the RFID tags triggers the error message E03, Tube Set lnvalid, may result in a delay of surgery
Z-2243-2024 · View FDA record ↗ - Smith & Nephew, Inc.Open, ClassifiedJul 24, 2020
Smith & Nephew T-F1X0 RCG Drill Pac, 2 mm Drill & (2) Sleeves - Product Usage: indicated for use in surgical arthroscopic rotator cuff repair procedures.
The T-Fix sterile package contains only one sleeve instead of two, The device will not perform as intended for the second bone tunnel due to the absence of thesleeve
Z-2702-2020 · View FDA record ↗ - MicroAire Surgical Instruments, LLCTerminatedMay 25, 2018
MicroAire SmartRelease Endoscopic System, Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release, SmartRelease Handpiece, containing IFU rev. D
The Instructions for Use (IFU) is incorrect with regards to sterilization parameters and must be replaced.
Z-2107-2018 · View FDA record ↗ - Biomet, Inc.TerminatedMay 26, 2016
Various trauma and sports medicine instruments and implants.
Insufficient seal strength on sterile barrier packaging. The seal could be jeopardized causing the sterile barrier to be compromised and the product could become nonsterile. If the product becomes non-sterile and is used or implanted, it may lead to an infection.
Z-1818-2016 · View FDA record ↗ - Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp.TerminatedFeb 9, 2016
Reuseable rotary blade/abrader, product number 899751305.
Weak weld in the reusable rotary blade/abrader (burr) may result in inner part breaks at the distal or proximal end making the product dysfunctional.
Z-0789-2016 · View FDA record ↗ - Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp.TerminatedFeb 9, 2016
Reuseable rotary blade/abrader, product number 899751504. The oval burr laterally hooded is an attachment or accessory to the air-powered device intended for u
Weak weld in the reusable rotary blade/abrader (burr) may result in inner part breaks at the distal or proximal end making the product dysfunctional.
Z-0790-2016 · View FDA record ↗ - Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp.TerminatedFeb 9, 2016
Reuseable rotary blade/abrader, product number 899751514. The oval burr frontally hooded is an attachment or accessory to the air-powered device intended for u
Weak weld in the reusable rotary blade/abrader (burr) may result in inner part breaks at the distal or proximal end making the product dysfunctional.
Z-0791-2016 · View FDA record ↗
Registered firms
1,339 firms currently registered for this product code
Karl Storz Endoscopy-america, Inc.
Auburn, MA, US
Karl Storz Endoscopy-america, Inc.
El Segundo, CA, US
Sterigenics Us Llc
Gurnee, IL, US
Transmedic Philippines Inc.
Makati City Manila, PH
Green Sterilization Co., Ltd.
Gunpo-si Gyeonggi, KR
Steritech, Inc.
SALINAS, PR, US
Karl Storz Endoscopy Canada Ltd.
Mississauga Ontario, CA
Farmaco Quimica Nacional, S.a.
La Esperilla Santo Domingo, DO
Veenak International Limited
BIRMINGHAM, GB
Merit Medical Asia Company Limited
Tsim Sha Tsui, HK
Sterilization Services Of Georgia, Inc.
ATLANTA, GA, US
Smith & Nephew Inc.
ANDOVER, MA, US
Ame Int'l.
MIAMI, FL, US
Isomedix Operations, Inc.
Libertyville, IL, US
Bq Plus Medical Co.,ltd
SONGJIANG Shanghai, CN
Isomedix Operations Inc.
GRAND PRAIRIE, TX, US
Jr-medizintechnik Gmbh & Co Kg
Leibertingen Baden-Wurttemberg, DE
Microaire Surgical Instruments Llc
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, US
Synergy Health Sterilisation Uk Ltd
Daventry Northamptonshire, GB
Linemaster Switch Corp.
WOODSTOCK, CT, US
Linvatec Corporation
LARGO, FL, US
Tecres Spa
VERONA Veneto, IT
Arthrex Korea Ltd.
Gangnam-gu Seoul, KR
Midwest Sterilization Corp.
JACKSON, MO, US
510(k) clearances
681 clearances for this product code
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- Joint Preservation Innovations, LLCNov 21, 2025
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- Shanghai Lange Medtech Co., Ltd.Nov 3, 2025
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- Hand Biomechanics Lab, Inc.Oct 15, 2025
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