MAUDE Adverse Event Report: KARL STORZ SE & CO. KG METAL OUTER SHEATH, INSULATED, 36 CM

Model Number	33300
Medical Device Problem Code	Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	12/29/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Serious Injury
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The device in question was returned to the manufacturer.This information is reflected in section d9.The evaluation is anticipated, but not yet begun.The investigation will be performed by a designated karl storz employee.The event is filed under internal karl storz complaint id: (b)(4).
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that fragments of the instrument were lost during procedure.Post procedure x- rays were performed to verify that no fragments had entered the patient.The imaging confirmed that no fragments were retained.Since x-rays were taken, the case is deemed as reportable.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
During the manufacturer's technical inspection, the error description provided by the customer, "fragments of instrument lost", could be confirmed.One of the two bayonet locks had broken off.This damage is attributable to changes in the material properties resulting from the advanced age of the shaft.Repeated mechanical stresses, strain during use, and multiple reconditioning cycles can gradually weaken the material.These effects are considered normal signs of wear.According to the ifu visual as well as functionality should always be checked before every use to avoid injuries and damages to the product.The event is filed under internal karl storz complaint id: (b)(4).

• Brand Name: METAL OUTER SHEATH, INSULATED, 36 CM
• Common Device Name: METAL OUTER SHEATH, INSULATED, 36 CM
• Manufacturer (Section D): KARL STORZ SE & CO. KG; dr.-karl-storz-strasse 34; tuttlingen, 78532 ; GM 78532
• Manufacturer (Section G): KARL STORZ SE & CO. KG; dr.-karl-storz-strasse 34; tuttlingen, 78532 ; GM 78532
• Manufacturer Contact: anja fair ; 2151 e grand ave; el segundo, CA 90245
• MDR Report Key: 24211143
• Report Number: 9610617-2026-00149
• Device Sequence Number: 17497698
• Product Code: GCJ
• UDI-Device Identifier: 04048551002308
• UDI-Public: 04048551002308
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: UK
• PMA/510(K) Number: K935071
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): Unknown
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Foreign,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 02/27/2026

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 33300
• Device Catalogue Number: 33300
• Device Lot Number: UY03
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 01/21/2026
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/13/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/26/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 01/29/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 03/02/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): No
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Unknown
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Other
• Patient Sex: Unknown