Olymp: Olympus recalls two bronchovideoscope models due to risk of endoscope becoming lodged in endotracheal tube connectors, potentially causing breathing issues.
Complaint of endoscope model becoming lodged in the endotracheal tube connector due to diameter being too large.
Olympus is recalling two bronchovideoscope models (BF-UC180F and BF-UC190F) because the endoscope can become lodged in the endotracheal tube connector due to its diameter being too large. This could cause breathing problems for patients during medical procedures.
The endoscope's diameter is too large for the endotracheal tube connector, which can cause it to become lodged. This may block the airway and lead to breathing problems during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using these bronchovideoscopes in medical settings are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with these devices could experience breathing difficulties if the endoscope becomes lodged.
Check for the model numbers BF-UC180F or BF-UC190F on the device. The recall includes all units with serial numbers listed in the UDI-DI codes 04953170356360 and 04953170399831.
Identify if your bronchovideoscope is model BF-UC180F or BF-UC190F.
Reach out to Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further instructions on the recall.
The endoscope model can become lodged in the endotracheal tube connector due to its diameter being too large, which may cause breathing problems during medical procedures.
Check if your device is model BF-UC180F or BF-UC190F. Contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further instructions.
The recall is due to a risk of the endoscope becoming lodged in the tube connector, which could cause breathing issues. However, the remedy does not specify immediate action to stop use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2494-2023 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2494-2023 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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