Olympus recalls GF-UMQ130 ultrasound endoscopes due to updated cleaning instructions potentially increasing infection risk during use. Affected units sold with Olympus Endoscopic Ultrasound systems.
A new inspection step was added to the cleaning and disinfection section of the Instructions For Use (IFU) for this device in order to reduce the risk of causing patient infections.
Olymp: Olympus recalls a specific ultrasound endoscope model (GF-UMQ130) used with their endoscopic ultrasound systems. The recall is due to updated cleaning instructions that could increase infection risk during patient procedures.
The device requires a new cleaning step in its instructions to reduce infection risk. If this step is not followed properly, it could lead to patient infections during procedures.
Healthcare professionals using Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope Model GF-UMQ130 with their endoscopic ultrasound systems. Patients receiving procedures with this equipment may be at risk of infection.
Check for the model number GF-UMQ130 on the endoscope. This product was sold with Olympus Endoscopic Ultrasound Center systems, EVIS Video System Center, and related equipment.
Check the device's Instructions For Use for the updated cleaning steps to ensure proper infection control.
The recall is about updated cleaning instructions to reduce infection risk, not a safety issue with the device itself.
No, but you should follow the updated cleaning instructions to minimize infection risk.
The model number is GF-UMQ130.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0503-2021 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-0503-2021 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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