Olympus recalls BF-1TH1100 bronchoscopes for safety updates when used with laser, plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment. No immediate action needed but follow instructions for safe use.
Additional IFU updates to provide further clarification on safe and effective use of bronchoscopes when used in conjunction with laser, argon plasma coagulation, and high-frequency therapy equipment.
Olympus is recalling its BF-1TH1100 bronchoscopes due to safety updates needed when used with certain medical equipment like lasers. This helps prevent risks during procedures but does not require stopping use immediately.
The bronchoscope can pose risks if used with specific medical equipment without proper updates. This could lead to complications during procedures if safety guidelines are not followed correctly.
Healthcare professionals using Olympus bronchoscopes with laser, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment. Patients undergoing procedures with these devices may be affected.
Check for the model number BF-1TH1100 on the device. All units are affected as the recall covers all serial numbers.
Check for additional instructions from Olympus to ensure safe use with laser, plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment.
No, but you must follow updated safety instructions when using it with laser, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment.
This recall affects healthcare professionals using the bronchoscope with specific medical equipment, not all patients.
Look for the model number BF-1TH1100 on the device; all units are affected as the recall covers all serial numbers.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0048-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0048-2026 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
