Olympus recalls URF-P7, URF-P7R, URF-V2, URF-V2R, URF-V3, and URF-V3R uretero-reno fiberscopes due to potential water contamination in the channel that could cause infection. Affected units have specific model numbers and UDI-DI codes.
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 several models of uretero-reno fiberscopes because water in the channel after repair could lead to infection. This risk occurs when the channel isn't properly dried, potentially contaminating the device with harmful bacteria.
The channel air drying process wasn't validated, so some scopes returned after repair had water remaining. This water could cause contamination, increasing the risk of infection during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using these scopes for ureter and kidney procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing endoscopic treatments with these specific models could be affected if the device is contaminated.
Check for model numbers URF-P7, URF-P7R, URF-V2, URF-V2R, URF-V3, or URF-V3R on the device. Also look for the UDI-DI codes listed: URF-P7 (04953170403811), URF-P7R (04953170403835), URF-V2 (04953170343582), URF-V2R (04953170343612), URF-V3 (04953170403385), URF-V3R (04953170403392).
Look for model numbers URF-P7, URF-P7R, URF-V2, URF-V2R, URF-V3, or URF-V3R on the device.
Reach out to Olympus directly for further instructions on the recall.
The channel air drying process wasn't validated, so some scopes returned after repair had water remaining, which could lead to infection.
Model numbers URF-P7, URF-P7R, URF-V2, URF-V2R, URF-V3, and URF-V3R with specific UDI-DI codes.
Check for the model numbers and UDI-DI codes listed in the recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0348-2024 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0348-2024 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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