Olympus recalls EVIS EXERA III Bronchovideoscopes used in veterinary endoscopy before healthcare assignment. Affected units have specific UDI-DI and serial numbers. Stop using if previously used in veterinary procedures.
The recalled unit was utilized in a veterinary endoscopy procedure in advance of being assigned to healthcare facilities as a loaner.
Olympus is recalling EVIS EXERA III Bronchovideoscopes that were used in veterinary endoscopy procedures before being assigned to healthcare facilities. This recall is due to the risk of improper use in medical settings if the device was previously used for veterinary purposes.
The device was utilized in veterinary endoscopy procedures before being assigned to healthcare facilities as a loaner. This means it could have been contaminated or improperly maintained for medical use, potentially causing infection or other complications.
Healthcare facilities that received the device as a loaner from veterinary procedures are most at risk. Veterinary clinics that previously used the device may also be affected.
Check for the UDI-DI number 04953170342134 and serial number 2911858 on the device. The model number BF-XP190 identifies this specific bronchovideoscope.
Identify the UDI-DI number 04953170342134 and serial number 2911858 on the device.
The device was used in veterinary endoscopy procedures before being assigned to healthcare facilities as a loaner, which could lead to improper use in medical settings.
Check the UDI-DI number and serial number to see if it matches the recalled units. If it does, stop using it and contact Olympus for further instructions.
The recall record does not mention a remedy or fix for this issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1559-2022 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1559-2022 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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