Olympus recalls bronchovideoscopes BF-1TQ170 for updated safety instructions when used with laser, argon plasma, or high-frequency therapy equipment to prevent risks during procedures.
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 bronchovideoscopes model BF-1TQ1:170 due to the need for additional safety instructions when used with certain medical equipment like lasers. This update helps prevent potential risks during procedures by clarifying safe use practices.
The bronchovideoscope can pose risks when used with specific medical equipment such as lasers, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy devices. The hazard arises from potential safety issues if the equipment is not used according to updated safety instructions.
Healthcare professionals using bronchovideoscopes with laser, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment. Patients undergoing procedures with these devices may be at risk if the equipment is not used correctly.
Check for the model number BF-1TQ170 on the device. The product was sold with a unique device identifier (UDI) 4953170342943 and all serial numbers.
Check the device for updated safety instructions when used with laser, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment.
The recall requires updated safety instructions to prevent potential risks during procedures, but it does not indicate an immediate danger to users.
Check for the model number BF-1TQ170 on the device. The product was sold with a unique device identifier (UDI) 4953170342943 and all serial numbers.
Review the updated safety instructions for use with laser, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment as provided by Olympus.
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Subject: Recall Z-0050-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0050-2026 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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