Olympus recalls EVIS EXERA II Duodenoscope model TJF-Q180V due to risk of patient infection from endoscope contamination due to ineffective reprocessing. All units with serial numbers listed are affected.
Use of a TJF-Q180V with adhesive deterioration or other damages may pose a risk of endoscope contamination due to ineffective reprocessing or fluid invasion; contaminated endoscope can present an infection risk to patients.
Olymp: Olympus is recalling its EVIS EXERA II Duodenoscope model TJF-Q180V because damaged or deteriorated adhesive in the device can lead to improper cleaning, increasing the risk of infections for patients during procedures.
The endoscope's adhesive can deteriorate over time, leading to ineffective reprocessing. This allows fluids to enter the device, potentially contaminating it and increasing the risk of infections for patients during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using the Olympus EVIS EXERA II Duodenoscope model TJF-Q180V are affected. Patients undergoing procedures with this device face the risk of infection if the endoscope becomes contaminated.
Check for the model number TJF-Q180V on the device. All units with serial numbers listed in the recall notice are affected. The device may have a unique identification number (UDI) starting with 04953170339967.
Look for the model number TJF-Q180V on the endoscope to confirm it is affected.
The recall is due to adhesive deterioration or damage in the endoscope that can lead to ineffective reprocessing, increasing the risk of patient infection.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so you should contact Olympus directly for guidance on next steps.
Check for the model number TJF-Q180V and the serial number listed in the recall notice. The device may also have a unique identification number (UDI) starting with 04953170339967.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0379-2022 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0379-2022 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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