Olympus recalls specific tracheal intubation fiberscopes due to risk of becoming lodged in endotracheal tube connectors. Affected models include LF-DP, LF-GP, and LF-TP. Check serial numbers for recall.
Complaint of endoscope model becoming lodged in the endotracheal tube connector due to diameter being too large.
Olympus is recalling tracheal intubation fiberscopes models LF-DP, LF-GP, and LF-TP because they may become lodged in endotracheal tube connectors. This could cause breathing difficulties during medical procedures.
The fiberscope's diameter is too large for the endotracheal tube connector, potentially causing it to become lodged. This could block airflow and lead to breathing difficulties during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using these specific fiberscopes for intubation procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving intubation care with affected models may experience breathing issues.
Check for the model numbers LF-DP, LF-GP, or LF-TP on the fiberscope. The recall includes all serial numbers listed in the UDI-DI codes provided.
Identify the model number on the fiberscope to confirm if it is LF-DP, LF-GP, or LF-TP.
Reach out to Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further assistance or to confirm if your device is affected.
The fiberscope may become lodged in the endotracheal tube connector due to its diameter being too large, potentially causing breathing difficulties during medical procedures.
Models LF-DP, LF-GP, and LF-TP are affected by this recall.
Check the model number on the fiberscope. Affected models are LF-DP, LF-GP, and LF-TP, and all serial numbers listed in the UDI-DI codes provided.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2504-2023 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2504-2023 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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