Olympus recalls specific bronchoscope models after complaints of endobronchial combustion during laser procedures. Affected models include BF-XT40, BF-P60, BF-MP60, and BF-1T60. No remedy is stated in the recall notice.
There have been complaints of endobronchial combustion during therapeutic laser procedures with the bronchoscope.
Olympus is recalling four specific bronchoscope models due to complaints of endobronchial combustion during laser procedures. This hazard could cause serious injury if the device is used improperly in medical settings.
Endobronchial combustion occurs when the laser used with the bronchoscope can ignite tissue inside the airways. This risk is reported in medical procedures where the device is used for therapeutic laser treatments.
Healthcare professionals using the Olympus bronchoscope models BF-XT40, BF-P60, BF-MP60, or BF-1T60 are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with these devices may also be affected.
Check for model numbers BF-XT40, BF-P60, BF-MP60, or BF-1T60 on the device. Serial numbers are listed in the recall notice for each model.
Identify the model number on the bronchoscope to see if it matches BF-XT40, BF-P60, BF-MP60, or BF-1T60.
Olympus recalls these models after complaints of endobronchial combustion during therapeutic laser procedures.
The hazard is endobronchial combustion, which can occur when using the device with laser procedures and may cause serious injury.
The recall notice does not state any remedy or action for affected devices.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2011-2023 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2011-2023 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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