Olymp: Olympus Corporation of the Americas recalls 28 Fr. resection sheaths with ceramic tips that may break, causing potential injury during urologic procedures.
Complaints of the ceramic tip of the resection sheath breaking have been received.
Olympus is recalling urologic resection sheaths that have a ceramic tip which may break during use. This breakage could lead to injury if the broken piece is not properly managed.
The ceramic tip of the resection sheath may break during use, which could potentially cause injury if the broken piece is not properly handled. This breakage has been reported by users but does not indicate a high risk of serious injury.
Urology surgeons and medical professionals who use the Olympus Resection Sheath, 28 Fr. with Deflecting Obturator (Model A22043T) are affected. The risk is low as the breakage is reported but not confirmed to cause serious injury.
Check for the model number A22043T on the sheath. The product is sold for urologic applications and was manufactured with the UDI 04042761021012. All lots are affected.
Verify the model number A22043T and UDI 04042761021012 on the sheath.
The recall states that ceramic tips may break, but it does not indicate that the product is unsafe for use. Users should check the model number and follow the recall instructions.
Look for the model number A22043T and UDI 04042761021012 on the sheath. All lots of this product are affected.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so users should check the product details and contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1446-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1446-2026 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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