Olympus recalls certain INJECTOR FORCEMAX LOWER 23G 6MM endoscopic needles due to inadequate sterile packaging seals that could lead to infections if used improperly.
Inspection confirmed a small percentage of sterile packages with inadequate package seal (partial heat seal). Patients may develop infections if non-sterile equipment is used.
Olympus is recalling specific endoscopic needles that may have poor sterile packaging seals. Using these needles could lead to infections if they are not properly sterile.
The sterile packaging may have an inadequate seal, allowing contaminants to enter the package. If the needles are not sterile when used, patients could develop infections.
Healthcare professionals using the recalled needles for endoscopic procedures. Patients receiving treatments with these needles are at risk of infection if the needles are not sterile.
Look for the model number NM-400U-0623 on the packaging. The product was sold with serial numbers starting with 01K through 09K, 98K, 99K, 9XK, 9YK, 9ZK, 05V through 09V, 0XV.
Verify the model number and serial numbers on the packaging to confirm if it is recalled.
The sterile packaging may have an inadequate seal, which could lead to infections if the needles are not properly sterile.
Look for the model number NM-400U-0623 and serial numbers starting with 01K through 09K, 98K, 99K, 9XK, 9YK, 9ZK, 05V through 09V, 0XV.
Check the packaging for the model number and serial numbers to confirm if it is recalled. If it is recalled, contact Olympus for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1006-2021 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-1006-2021 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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