Olympus recalls Bronchofiberscope F-1T160 models with potential loose instrument channel port from non-Olympus accessories. Affected units may require repair to prevent injury.
The attachment of non-Olympus accessories to the bronchoscope s instrument channel port may have resulted in more applied force than expected and lead to loosening of the instrument channel port.
Olympus is recalling Bronchofiberscope F-1T160 models because non-Olympus accessories might cause the instrument channel port to loosen. This could lead to injury during use if the scope becomes unstable.
Non-Olympus accessories attached to the instrument channel port can apply more force than expected, causing the port to loosen. This could lead to the scope becoming unstable during procedures, potentially causing injury.
Medical professionals using the Bronchofiberscope F-1T160 are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with this device may also be affected if the scope becomes unstable.
Check for the Bronchofiberscope F-1T160 model with any lot code. The product was sold by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
Inspect the instrument channel port for looseness after attaching non-Olympus accessories.
The recall affects medical professionals using the device. Patients are not directly affected unless the scope becomes unstable during a procedure.
Check for the Bronchofiberscope F-1T160 model with any lot code. The product was sold by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
No, but you should check the instrument channel port for looseness after attaching non-Olympus accessories.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3284-2018 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-3284-2018 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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