n.a. 26173FPRecalls & reported problems
Karl Storz GmbH & Co. KG · Fan Retractor · Class 2
- Adverse event reports
- 2
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 2 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 04048551098004), received between Mar 2, 2026 and Mar 2, 2026 — classified as 2 injuries.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Mechanical Problem” (2 reports).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. How this data works · Data updated Oct 13, 2026.
Reports received per month
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Mechanical Problem2
- Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem1
Patient problems
- Insufficient Information2
Recent adverse event reports
The 2 most recent of 2 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
InjuryMar 2, 2026Mechanical Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
THE FOLLOWING WAS REPORTED: "WHEN THE SURGEON OPENS THE RETRACTOR AND PLACES IT NEAR THE LIVER, IF IT IS MOVED, THE BRANCHES OF THE RETRACTOR SHIFT AND DAMAGE THE ORGAN." DUE TO A POSSIBLE DAMAGE OF THE LIVER, THIS CASE IS DEEMED REPORTABLE. NO FURTHER DETAILS REGARDING THE NATURE OF THE INJURY (SEVERITY) ARE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 24491917 ↗InjuryMar 2, 2026Mechanical Problem
THE FOLLOWING WAS REPORTED: "WHEN THE SURGEON OPENS THE RETRACTOR AND PLACES IT NEAR THE LIVER, IF IT IS MOVED, THE BRANCHES OF THE RETRACTOR SHIFT AND DAMAGE THE ORGAN." DUE TO A POSSIBLE DAMAGE OF THE LIVER, THIS CASE IS DEEMED REPORTABLE. NO FURTHER DETAILS REGARDING THE NATURE OF THE INJURY (SEVERITY) ARE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 24491913 ↗
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Sources: FDA GUDID, MAUDE and Medical Device Recalls via openFDA. openFDA data is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.