Olymp: Olympus recalls EVIS EXERA III Bronchovideoscope model BF-H190 due to potential safety risks when used with laser and other medical equipment. Learn what to do.
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Olympus is recalling its EVIS EXERA III Bronchovideoscope model BF-H190 because additional safety instructions are needed when using it with laser, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment. This recall addresses potential safety risks during medical procedures.
The device requires updated safety instructions when used with specific medical equipment like lasers, argon plasma coagulation, and high-frequency therapy. Without these updates, there could be risks during procedures such as unintended tissue damage or equipment malfunction.
Healthcare professionals using the EVIS EXERA III Bronchovideoscope model BF-H190 with laser, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with this device may also be affected.
Check for the model number BF-H190 on the device or its packaging. The recall applies to all units sold by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
Check for additional safety updates from Olympus to ensure proper use with laser, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment.
The recall indicates that updated safety instructions are needed when used with specific medical equipment, but the device itself is not inherently dangerous if used as directed with the latest instructions.
No, the recall does not require stopping use; it requires reviewing updated safety instructions for proper use with specific medical equipment.
Review the latest safety instructions from Olympus to ensure safe use with laser, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0053-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0053-2026 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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