Olymp: Olympus recalls BF-Q170 bronchovideoscopes due to safety updates required for laser and plasma equipment use. No immediate action needed.
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-Q170 bronchovideoscopes because additional safety instructions are needed when using them with certain medical equipment like lasers and plasma devices. This recall does not require immediate action but ensures safer use in medical procedures.
The bronchovideoscope may not function safely when used with specific medical equipment like lasers or plasma devices without updated instructions. This could lead to improper use or complications during procedures.
Healthcare professionals who use Olympus BF-Q170 bronchovideoscopes with laser, argon plasma coagulation, or high-frequency therapy equipment are most at risk. Patients using these devices under medical supervision are not directly affected.
Check for the model number BF-Q170 on the device. All serial numbers are affected. The device has a unique identifier (UDI) starting with 4953170342912.
Check for additional safety updates from Olympus to ensure proper use with laser and plasma equipment.
No, the recall does not require immediate action. Additional safety instructions are needed for specific equipment use.
Review the latest safety instructions from Olympus to ensure safe use with laser and plasma equipment.
Patients are not directly affected as the device is used under medical supervision. The risk is for healthcare professionals using the device with specific equipment.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0060-2026 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0060-2026 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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