Olympus recalls Single Use Repositionable Clip QUICKCLIP PRO 230CM 5/BX due to reported clip deployment failures during GI procedures, which may cause improper function or tissue detachment. Affected units have specific lot numbers.
Complaints on clip deployment occurring during clinical procedures, leading to hazardous situations where clips fail to achieve their expected function or deploy incorrectly, potentially causing harms to patients. The complaints include reports that: 1) the clip arm does not open when the user pushes the slider, 2) the clip arm does not close when the user pulls the slider and 3) the clip detaches from the target tissue earlier than expected, after being deployed in a procedure.
Olympus is recalling its QUICKCLIP PRO 230CM 5/BX GI clips because they sometimes fail to deploy correctly during medical procedures. This could lead to clips not closing properly, opening unexpectedly, or detaching from tissue, potentially causing patient harm.
The clips may not open or close properly when the user operates the slider, and they can detach from tissue earlier than expected. This could lead to improper hemostasis during surgery, increasing the risk of bleeding or other complications.
Healthcare professionals using the clip during gastrointestinal procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing these procedures may be affected if the clip fails to function as intended.
Check for the product name 'QUICKCLIP PRO 230CM 5/BX' on the clip. Affected units have lot numbers 24K through 2ZK.
Test if the clip arm opens and closes properly by pushing and pulling the slider.
The recall is due to complaints that the clip may not deploy correctly during clinical procedures, including failing to open, close, or stay attached to tissue.
Lot numbers 24K, 25K, 26K, 27K, 28K, 29K, 2XK, 2YK, and 2ZK.
The recall does not require immediate stop use; healthcare professionals should check clip function before each use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1990-2023 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1990-2023 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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