Olymp: Olympus Corporation of the Americas recalls urologic resection sheaths with model A22042T due to reported ceramic tip breakage. Affected units may require replacement.
Complaints of the ceramic tip of the resection sheath breaking have been received.
Olympus is recalling urologic resection sheaths with model number A22042T because ceramic tips have broken in complaints. This could lead to medical complications during procedures if the sheath fails unexpectedly.
The ceramic tip of the resection sheath can break during use, potentially causing the sheath to malfunction. This may lead to complications during urologic procedures if the broken tip obstructs the procedure or causes tissue damage.
Healthcare professionals using the Olympus Resection Sheath for urologic procedures are most likely affected. Patients using the device under medical supervision are not at direct risk.
Check for model number A22042T on the sheath. The device is sold for urologic applications and has a unique identifier (UDI) starting with 04042761020992. All production lots are affected.
Look for model number A22042T on the sheath to confirm it is affected.
The recall states that ceramic tips have broken in complaints, but the product is not unsafe for normal use. Affected units should be checked and replaced if needed.
Check for model number A22042T on the sheath. All production lots are affected, so any sheath with this model number is included.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so affected users should check with Olympus Corporation of the Americas for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1444-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1444-2026 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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