Olympus recalls BF Type PE2 bronchoscopes for safety updates when used with laser, argon plasma, and high-frequency therapy equipment. No immediate action needed but updates are critical 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.
Olymp: Olympus is recalling its BF Type PE2 bronchoscopes because they require additional safety updates when used with laser, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment. This recall is important to prevent potential risks during medical procedures.
The bronchoscopes need updated instructions for safe use with certain medical equipment like lasers and argon plasma coagulation devices. Without these updates, there could be risks during procedures, though the hazard is not described as causing serious injury in normal use.
Healthcare professionals using Olympus BF Type PE2 bronchoscopes for procedures involving laser, argon plasma, or high-frequency therapy equipment are affected. Patients undergoing these procedures may be at risk if the equipment is not updated properly.
Check for the model number BF-PE2 on the bronchoscope. The recall includes all units with the serial number and UDI 4953170339974.
Olympus will provide additional instructions for safe use with laser, argon plasma coagulation, and high-frequency therapy equipment.
No, the recall does not require stopping use. Additional safety updates are needed for specific equipment combinations.
The model number is BF-PE2.
No deadline is specified in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0059-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0059-2026 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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