Olympus recalls Bronchovideoscope F-1TQ180 models due to potential loosening of the instrument channel port when non-Olympus accessories are attached. All lot codes are affected.
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 its Bronchovideoscope F-1TQ180 models because attaching non-Olympus accessories might cause the instrument channel port to loosen. This could lead to safety issues during medical procedures.
The instrument channel port can loosen when non-Olympus accessories are attached, which may cause the device to malfunction during medical procedures. This could lead to potential injury or complications for patients.
Healthcare professionals using the Bronchovideoscope F-1TQ180 for medical procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with this device may also be affected.
Check for the Bronchovideoscope F-1TQ1:80 model with any lot code. This device is sold by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
Ensure all accessories attached to the instrument channel port are Olympus-branded to prevent loosening.
Confirm the device model is F-1TQ180 and check the lot code for the recall.
Yes, all lot codes of the Bronchovideoscope F-1TQ180 are affected by this recall.
Ensure all accessories attached to the instrument channel port are Olympus-branded to prevent loosening.
Yes, but only if you use Olympus-branded accessories to avoid loosening the instrument channel port.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3288-2018 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-3288-2018 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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