Olympus recalls small intestinal videoscopes (model SIF-Q180) due to potential water contamination in the channel after repair, which could lead to infection. Affected units were sold between 2020-2021.
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 small intestinal videoscopes (model SIF-Q180) because water remaining in the channel after repair could cause infection. This risk applies to units sold between 2020 and 2021.
The channel air drying process wasn't properly validated, so some scopes had water left after repair. This water could lead to contamination and infection if the device is used.
Healthcare professionals using the device for endoscopy procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with these scopes could also be affected if the device is contaminated.
Check for model number SIF-Q180 on the device. Units sold between 2020 and 2021 are affected.
Look for the model number SIF-Q180 on the device.
Reach out to Olympus for guidance on next steps if you have the affected model.
The recall is for potential infection risk from water contamination after repair, but not all units are affected.
Check for model number SIF-Q180 and units sold between 2020 and 2021.
Contact Olympus directly for guidance on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0343-2024 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0343-2024 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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