Olympus recalls Cystonephroscope endoscopes with model numbers CYF-5, CYF-VH, CYF-VHR due to potential water contamination in the channel after repair, which could lead to infection. Affected units were sold between 2019 and 2022.
Channel air drying process was not validated, and that a small percentage of scopes returned to customers after repair had a wet channel. Water remaining in the channel of the endoscopes has the potential for contamination that could lead to the risk of infection
Olympus is recalling certain endoscopes used for bladder, urethra, and kidney procedures because water in the channel after repair could cause infections. This affects models CYF-5, CYF-VH, and CYF-VHR sold between 2019 and 2022.
The endoscopes' channel may contain water after repair, which can lead to contamination. This contamination poses a risk of infection if the device is used without proper cleaning.
Healthcare providers using the recalled endoscopes for urological procedures are most at risk. Patients who received procedures with these models may also be affected.
Check for model numbers CYF-5, CYF-VH, or CYF-VHR on the device. These models were sold between 2019 and 2022 in the U.S. market.
Identify the model number on the device to confirm if it is CYF-5, CYF-VH, or CYF-VHR.
Reach out to Olympus customer service for guidance on next steps if the device is affected.
The affected models are CYF-5, CYF-VH, and CYF-VHR.
Check the model number on the device. These models were sold between 2019 and 2022 in the U.S. market.
Contact Olympus customer service for guidance on next steps if the device is affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0331-2024 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0331-2024 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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