Olympus recalls EVIS EXERA Bronchovideoscope BF Type (model BF-XT160) due to reported endobronchial combustion during laser procedures. Affected units have specific serial numbers.
There have been complaints of endobronchial combustion during therapeutic laser procedures with the bronchoscope.
Olympus is recalling its EVIS EXERA Bronchovideoscope BF Type (model BF-XT160) because users reported endobronchial combustion during laser procedures. This hazard could cause serious injury if the device malfunctions during medical treatments.
The bronchoscope can cause endobronchial combustion when used with certain laser procedures. This means the device may ignite tissue inside the airways during treatment, potentially causing serious injury.
Healthcare professionals using the Olympus EVIS EXERA Bronchovideoscope BF Type for medical procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing laser treatments with this device may also be affected.
Check for the model number BF-XT160 on the device. Affected units have serial numbers starting with BF-XT160* or UDI: 04953170340147.
Look for the serial number on the device, which starts with BF-XT160* or has UDI: 04953170340147.
The recall states there have been complaints of endobronchial combustion during laser procedures, so it is not safe to use without the remedy.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further instructions.
Check for the model number BF-XT160 and serial numbers starting with BF-XT160* or UDI: 04953170340147.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2014-2023 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2014-2023 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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