Medline recalls convenience kits with Olympus biopsy valves due to potential rubber fragments detaching, risking airway blockage and medical intervention.
Kits contain recalled Olympus biopsy valves. Olympus is investigating an increase in complaints associated with rubber fragment detachment in the slit of single use biopsy valves. Potential consequences associated with detachment of fragments from valve include foreign body in patient's tracheobronchial tree, which may require intervention for removal. Other potential consequences include inflammatory response, hypoxia, and prolongation of procedure.
Medline is recalling convenience kits that contain Olympus biopsy valves because rubber fragments might detach during use, potentially causing airway blockage or requiring medical intervention. This risk affects patients undergoing procedures involving these valves.
Rubber fragments can detach from the biopsy valve's slit during use, potentially entering the patient's airway. This may cause blockage requiring removal, inflammation, low oxygen levels, or longer procedure times.
Patients using these kits for bronchoscopy procedures are most at risk. The recall applies to Medline convenience kits sold with specific Olympus biopsy valve models.
Check for Medline convenience kits labeled with model numbers like BRONCH PACK DYKE2096, NON MB BRONCHOPSCOPY CCH LH PK, or PULMONARY BRONCH PACK. The kits may have specific lot numbers such as 26AMG895 or 25LBJ366.
Look for model numbers like BRONCH PACK DYKE2096 or NON MB BRONCHOPSCOPY CCH LH PK on the kit packaging.
Olympus is investigating an increase in complaints about rubber fragments detaching from the biopsy valves, which could cause airway blockage or require medical intervention.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so check with Medline directly for guidance.
Yes, the affected models include BRONCH PACK DYKE2096, NON MB BRONCHOPSCOPY CCH LH PK, and PULMONARY BRONCH PACK with specific lot numbers.
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Subject: Recall Z-1706-2026 — Medline Medline Hello, I own a Medline that is covered by recall Z-1706-2026 from Medline. 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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