Olympus recalls PKS Cutting Forceps model 3005PK due to potential jaw breakage during clinical use. Affected users should contact Olympus for details.
Olympus identified that the Cutting Forceps contain components for which the supplier did not adequately validate the welding process. Defective welds can result in the Cutting Forceps' jaw breaking during clinical use.
Olympus is recalling PKS Cutting Forceps model 3005PK because defective welds could cause the jaws to break during medical procedures. This poses a risk of injury to patients or healthcare workers during surgery.
Defective welds in the forceps' jaws can break during clinical use, potentially causing injury to patients or healthcare workers. The issue stems from inadequate supplier validation of the welding process.
Healthcare professionals using the PKS Cutting Forceps for surgical procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with these forceps may also be affected.
Check for the model number 3005PK on the forceps. The product was sold with all unexpired lot numbers and is intended for use with Olympus PKS electrical generators.
Reach out to Olympus Corporation of the Americas for specific instructions on how to return or replace the forceps.
Olympus identified that the Cutting Forceps contain components with inadequate welding validation by the supplier, which can cause the jaws to break during clinical use.
Yes, the defective welds could cause the forceps' jaws to break during surgery, potentially leading to injury to patients or healthcare workers.
Check for the model number 3005PK on the forceps. The product was sold with all unexpired lot numbers and is intended for use with Olympus PKS electrical generators.
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Subject: Recall Z-1642-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1642-2026 from Olympus. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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