Olymp: Olympus recalls EVIS EXERA III Duodenovideoscope model TJF-Q190V due to possible higher microbial contamination if manual cleaning is delayed beyond one hour after patient procedure.
Recent post-market surveillance data suggests a possible association of higher microbial contamination levels from TJF duodenoscopes when manual cleaning was delayed beyond one hour and a presoak was performed, compared to those TJF duodenoscopes where manual cleaning began within one hour after patient procedure.
Olympus is recalling its EVIS EXERA III Duodenovideoscope model TJF-Q190V because delayed manual cleaning after patient procedures may lead to higher microbial contamination. This recall matters because improper cleaning could increase infection risk for patients during medical procedures.
The recall is based on post-market data showing that delaying manual cleaning of the duodenoscope by more than one hour after a patient procedure, especially when a presoak is performed, can lead to higher levels of microbial contamination. This increases the risk of infections for patients during subsequent procedures.
Medical professionals using Olympus EVIS EXERA III Duodenovideoscopes with model number TJF-Q190V are most at risk if they delay manual cleaning beyond one hour after patient procedures.
Check for the model number TJF-Q190V on the device. The recall includes all units with this model number, regardless of serial number.
Ensure manual cleaning begins within one hour after patient procedures to minimize microbial contamination risk.
No, this recall specifically applies to Olympus EVIS EXERA III Duodenovideoscopes with model number TJF-Q190V.
Delayed manual cleaning beyond one hour after patient procedures, especially with a presoak, may lead to higher microbial contamination levels.
The recall does not require returning the device; medical professionals should follow proper cleaning protocols to reduce infection risk.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1911-2025 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1911-2025 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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