Olympus recalls BF-P150 and BF-1T150 bronchoscopes due to endobronchial combustion during laser procedures. Affected units have specific serial numbers and model numbers.
There have been complaints of endobronchial combustion during therapeutic laser procedures with the bronchoscope.
Olympus is recalling two types of bronchoscopes (BF-P150 and BF-1T150) because they can cause endobronchial combustion during laser procedures. This hazard poses a risk of serious injury to patients during medical treatments.
During laser procedures, the bronchoscope can cause unintended combustion inside the airways. This can lead to serious injury or burns to the patient's airway tissues.
Healthcare professionals using Olympus bronchoscopes for procedures involving laser therapy are most at risk. Patients undergoing these procedures may also be affected if the device malfunctions.
Check for model numbers BF-P150 or BF-1T150 on the device. Affected units have specific serial numbers starting with BF-P150* or BF-1T150.
Identify the model number on the bronchoscope to determine if it is BF-P150 or BF-1T150.
Reach out to Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further assistance or to confirm if your device is affected.
The bronchoscope can cause endobronchial combustion during laser procedures, which may lead to serious injury.
Check for model numbers BF-P150 or BF-1T150. Affected units have specific serial numbers starting with BF-P150* or BF-1T150.
Contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further assistance or to confirm if your device is affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2013-2023 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2013-2023 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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