Olympus recalls Bronchovideoscope model BF-3C16: risk of endoscope becoming lodged in endotracheal tube connector due to diameter. Affected units have specific serial numbers and UDI-DI codes.
Complaint of endoscope model becoming lodged in the endotracheal tube connector due to diameter being too large.
Olympus is recalling its Bronchovideoscope model BF-3C160 because it can become lodged in the endotracheal tube connector due to its diameter being too large. This could cause breathing difficulties during medical procedures. The recall affects specific units with listed serial numbers and UDI-DI codes.
The endoscope model BF-3C160 has a diameter that is too large for the endotracheal tube connector. This can cause the endoscope to become lodged, potentially blocking the airway and causing breathing difficulties during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using the Olympus Bronchovideoscope model BF-3C160 are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with this device could be affected if the endoscope becomes lodged.
Check the serial number or UDI-DI code on the device. Affected units have specific serial numbers and UDI-DI codes: 04953170340031 and 04953170063039.
Look for the serial number on the device to confirm if it is affected.
Contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further assistance if you have the affected model.
The Olympus Bronchovideoscope model BF-3C160 can become lodged in the endotracheal tube connector due to its diameter being too large.
Check the serial number or UDI-DI code on the device. Affected units have specific serial numbers and UDI-DI codes: 04953170340031 and 04953170063039.
The recall does not mention a fix; affected units should be checked with Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2503-2023 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2503-2023 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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