Olympus recalls Bronchovideoscope Model BF-Q180-AC due to risk of becoming lodged in endotracheal tube connector. 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 a specific bronchovideoscope model because it may get stuck in the endotracheal tube connector during use. This could cause breathing problems for patients. The recall affects all units with the listed serial numbers and UDI-DI codes.
The bronchovideoscope's diameter is too large for the endotracheal tube connector, which can cause it to get stuck. This may block the airway and lead to breathing difficulties for patients during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using the Olympus Bronchovideoscope Model BF-Q180-AC for medical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving care with this device could be affected if the scope becomes lodged.
Check the serial number and UDI-DI code on the device. Affected units have the model BF-Q180-AC with specific serial numbers and UDI-DI: 04953170340086.
Look for the model number BF-Q180-AC and the UDI-DI code 04953170340086 on the device.
The recall states the device may become lodged in the endotracheal tube connector due to its diameter being too large, but it does not indicate that the device is dangerous if used properly.
Check the model number on the device; affected units are Olympus Bronchovideoscope Model BF-Q180-AC with specific serial numbers and UDI-DI code 04953170340086.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so the official notice does not provide instructions on what to do with the device.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2492-2023 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2492-2023 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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