Olympus recalls specific bronchovideoscope models due to risk of endobronchial combustion when using high-frequency cauterization with oxygen supply. Affected models include BF-1TH190, BF-H190, BF-Q190, and BF-Q170. Contact Olympus for details.
There is a risk of endobronchial combustion if high-frequency cauterization is performed while supplying oxygen [and/or] the electrode section of the electrosurgical accessory is too close to the distal end of the endoscope.
Olympus is recalling certain bronchovideoscope models because improper use during high-frequency cauterization can cause endobronchial combustion. This hazard could lead to serious injury if the electrode is too close to the endoscope tip while oxygen is supplied.
The hazard occurs when the electrosurgical electrode is too close to the endoscope tip during high-frequency cauterization while oxygen is supplied. This can cause the tissue to ignite, leading to endobronchial combustion.
Healthcare professionals using the recalled bronchovideoscopes for procedures involving high-frequency cauterization are most at risk. Patients undergoing such procedures with the affected models could also be impacted.
Check for model numbers BF-1TH190, BF-H190, BF-Q190, or BF-Q170 on the device. The device may also have a unique identifier (UDI-DI) listed in the recall notice.
Identify the model number on the bronchovideoscope to determine if it is one of the recalled models: BF-1TH190, BF-H190, BF-Q190, or BF-Q170.
Reach out to Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further instructions on how to address the recall.
The affected models are BF-1TH190, BF-H190, BF-Q190, and BF-Q170.
Check the model number on the device. If it matches BF-1TH190, BF-H190, BF-Q190, or BF-Q170, it is affected.
Contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas for specific instructions on how to handle the device.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0192-2024 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0192-2024 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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