Olympus recalls EXERA II Bronchovideoscopes with specific model numbers due to reported endobronchial combustion during laser procedures. Affected units include BF-P180, BF-Q180, BF-Q180-AC, BF-1T180, and BF-1TQ180 models.
There have been complaints of endobronchial combustion during therapeutic laser procedures with the bronchoscope.
Olympus is recalling certain EXERA II Bronchovideoscopes that have been reported to cause endobronchial combustion during laser procedures. This hazard could lead to serious injury if the device is used incorrectly. Affected models include BF-P180, BF-Q180, BF-Q180-AC, BF-1T180, and BF-1TQ180.
The bronchoscope has been reported to cause endobronchial combustion during therapeutic laser procedures. This means the device could ignite tissue inside the airways, potentially causing serious injury or death if the laser is used improperly.
Healthcare professionals using the Olympus EXERA II Bronchovideoscopes for medical procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing laser treatments with these specific models could be affected.
Check for model numbers BF-P180, BF-Q180, BF-Q180-AC, BF-1T180, or BF-1TQ180 on the device. Affected units also have specific serial numbers listed in the recall notice.
Identify the model number on the bronchoscope to see if it matches the recalled models: BF-P180, BF-Q180, BF-Q180-AC, BF-1T180, or BF-1TQ180.
Reach out to Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further assistance or to confirm if your device is affected.
Olympus is recalling these bronchovideoscopes due to complaints of endobronchial combustion during therapeutic laser procedures.
The affected models are BF-P180, BF-Q180, BF-Q180-AC, BF-1T180, and BF-1TQ180.
The recall does not require immediate discontinuation; however, healthcare professionals should check if their device is affected and contact Olympus for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2016-2023 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2016-2023 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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