Olympus recalls EVIS EXERA III duodenoscopes (model TJF-Q190V) due to infection risks from improper reprocessing. Users must follow updated cleaning instructions to prevent infections.
Continued reports of positive cultures and infections have identified updates to the reprocessing materials to minimize potential deviations in TJF duodenoscope reprocessing. Olympus is informing users of these changes, reminding users to closely follow the operation and reprocessing instructions, and providing updated materials to users.
Olympus is recalling its EVIS EXERA III duodenoscopes (model TJF-Q190V) because improper reprocessing can lead to infections. Following updated cleaning instructions is critical to prevent health risks.
Improper reprocessing of the duodenoscope can lead to infections. The recall addresses updates to reprocessing materials to reduce infection risks during endoscopic procedures.
Healthcare professionals using Olympus EVIS EXERA III duodenoscopes (model TJF-Q190V) are affected. Patients undergoing procedures with these scopes face the highest infection risk.
Check for the model number TJF-Q190V on the duodenoscope. These scopes were sold with serial numbers starting with the UDI codes 04953170405563 or 04953170452024.
Follow updated cleaning and reprocessing guidelines provided by Olympus to minimize infection risks.
Olympus is recalling these duodenoscopes due to reports of infections linked to improper reprocessing. Updated cleaning instructions help reduce infection risks.
No, but you must follow updated reprocessing instructions to prevent infections. The recall does not require immediate discontinuation.
Check the model number and serial numbers to confirm if your scope is affected. Follow Olympus' updated reprocessing instructions to reduce infection risks.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0579-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0579-2026 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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