Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 14564 |
| Brand Name: | Ethicon Electrosurgery Probe Plus II with Electrode |
| Model: | EPSO1 EPSO2 and EPSO3 |
| Affected: | |
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| Recalling Organisation: | Johnson & Johnson (New Zealand) Limited 507 Mt Wellington Highway Mt Wellington AUCKLAND 1060 |
| Contact Information: | 0800 922 638 |
| Manufacturer: | Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc |
| Issue: | There is a potential for edge of the Probe Plus II rotational knob to rub against the Tyvek(R) and in remote instances puncture the Tyvek(R) creating a pin hole. Due to the possibility that a tear in the Tyvek(R) packaging may compromise the sterility of the device the stated setrility levels could not be assured for the product. The ENDOPATH Probe Pluss II Shaft is sold and labelled as "Sterile". |
| Recall action type: | Recall |
| Recall action: | Product to be returned to supplier |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 26/4/2013 |
