Olympus recalls SD-240U-25 electrosurgical snare models with inadequate sterile package seals, which may cause infections if non-sterile equipment is used. Affected units sold in specific regions and models.
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 SD-240U-25 electrosurgical snare models due to a small percentage having poorly sealed sterile packages. This could lead to infections if the equipment is used without proper sterility.
The sterile packages may have partial heat seals, meaning they are not properly sealed. If the equipment is used without being sterile, patients could develop infections during surgery.
Healthcare professionals using the SD-240U-25 electrosurgical snare for procedures. Patients at risk if non-sterile equipment is used during surgery.
Check for the model number SD-240U-25 on the product. The recall applies to specific versions sold in certain regions and models.
Inspect the sterile package for partial heat seals; if the seal is broken or incomplete, the product is affected.
The recall indicates a small percentage of units have inadequate seals, so it is not safe to use without checking the seal first.
Look for the model number SD-240U-25 on the product. Affected units have partial heat seals on the sterile package.
Inspect the sterile package for partial heat seals. If the seal is broken or incomplete, contact Olympus for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0990-2021 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0990-2021 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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