Olympus recalls two urological resection sheath models (A22014A and A22014T) due to reported ceramic tip breakage during endoscopic procedures.
Complaints of the ceramic tip of the resection sheath breaking have been received.
Olympus is recalling two specific models of urological resection sheaths (A22014A and A22014T) because users have reported the ceramic tip breaking. This could potentially cause injury during endoscopic procedures if the broken tip becomes a sharp object.
The ceramic tip can break during use, potentially becoming a sharp object that could cause injury to the patient or medical staff. This breakage has been reported in clinical settings but does not indicate a high risk of serious injury in normal use.
Healthcare professionals using these sheaths for urological procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing endoscopic treatments with these models may also be affected.
Check for model numbers A22014A or A22014T on the sheath. These models are used for urological endoscopic procedures and were sold with unique identifiers (UDIs) starting with 04042761020893 or 04042761020909.
Look for model numbers A22014A or A22014T on the sheath to confirm if it is recalled.
Olympus has received complaints about the ceramic tip breaking during use, which could potentially cause injury during endoscopic procedures.
Check the model number to see if it is recalled (A22014A or A22014T). If it is, contact Olympus for further instructions.
The recall record does not mention any remedy or fix for the broken ceramic tip.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1438-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1438-2026 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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