Olympus recalls BF-MP60 bronchofiberscopes due to updated chemical reprocessing instructions. This may affect safety during sterilization. Learn if your device is included and what to do.
Bronchofiberscope Updated instructions on the use of certain chemicals to be used for reprocessing, conditions for ETO gas sterilization, rinsing steps after high-level disinfection, and a recommendation on using sterilization
Olympus is recalling all BF-MP60 bronchofiberscopes because their reprocessing instructions need updating to ensure safe sterilization. This recall matters because improper chemical use could lead to safety risks during medical procedures.
The bronchofiberscope requires specific chemical reprocessing steps and sterilization conditions. If these instructions are not followed correctly, it could lead to inadequate sterilization and potential safety risks during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using the BF-MP60 bronchofiberscope for medical procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these procedures may also be affected if the device is not properly sterilized.
Check for the BF-MP6: OES Bronchofiberscope model with any serial number. The unique device identifier (UDI) is 04953170339394.
Look for the BF-MP60: OES Bronchofiberscope model with any serial number.
The recall affects healthcare professionals using the device. Patients are at risk only if the device is not properly sterilized.
Check if your device matches the model and serial number listed in the recall. Olympus does not provide a specific remedy for this recall.
Look for the BF-MP60: OES Bronchofiberscope model with any serial number. The unique device identifier (UDI) is 04953170339394.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1046-2022 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1046-2022 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
