Olympus recalls urologic resection sheaths (Model A22042A) due to reported ceramic tip breakage. Affected units sold with UDI 04042761020985; no remedy specified in recall notice.
Complaints of the ceramic tip of the resection sheath breaking have been received.
Olymp: Olympus recalls urologic resection sheaths (Model A22042A) after complaints about ceramic tips breaking. This could lead to medical complications during procedures if the sheath breaks unexpectedly.
The ceramic tip can break during use, potentially causing the sheath to malfunction. This could lead to complications like bleeding or tissue damage during urologic surgeries if the broken piece becomes lodged in the surgical site.
Healthcare professionals using these sheaths for urologic procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with this model may be affected if the sheath breaks during treatment.
Check for the model number A22042A on the sheath. Units sold with UDI 04042761020985 are affected. All lots of this model are included in the recall.
Verify the model number and UDI code on the sheath to confirm if it's affected.
The recall notice does not specify any remedy for this issue.
Check for model number A22042A and UDI code 04042761020985 on the sheath.
Yes, all lots of the model A22042A are included in the recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1443-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1443-2026 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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