Olymp: Olympus recalls UHI High Flow Insufflation Units due to software causing overpressure events. Affected units may lead to injury during abdominal procedures.
Issue with software algorithm which may lead to overpressure events.
Olympus is recalling its UHI High Flow Insufflation Units because a software issue could cause overpressure events during medical procedures. This poses a risk of injury to patients or users during laparoscopic surgery.
The software algorithm may cause the unit to generate excessive pressure in the abdominal cavity during surgery. This overpressure could lead to injury if not properly monitored or corrected.
Medical professionals using the Olympus UHI units for laparoscopic surgery are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with these units could also be affected.
Check for the model number UHI on the unit. All units with this model are affected, regardless of serial number or date of sale.
Look for the model number UHI on the unit to confirm it is affected.
Reach out to Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further instructions or to report the unit.
Yes, all units with model number UHI are affected.
Check the model number and contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas for instructions.
The software issue may lead to overpressure events, which could cause injury during medical procedures.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1352-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1352-2026 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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