Olympus recalls BF-XP40 bronchoscopes with non-Olympus accessories that may loosen the instrument channel port, risking injury during use. All lot codes 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 all Bronchofiberscope BF-XP40 models because non-Olympus accessories can cause the instrument channel port to loosen, potentially leading to injury during procedures. This affects any user who has attached non-Olympus accessories to the device.
The hazard occurs when non-Olympus accessories are attached to the instrument channel port, which can apply more force than expected. This may cause the port to loosen during use, increasing the risk of injury to the user or patient.
Users of the Olympus Bronchofiberscope BF-XP40 who have attached non-Olympus accessories are most at risk. This includes medical professionals and hospitals that use the device for procedures.
Check if you own a Bronchofiberscope BF-XP40 with any non-Olympus accessories attached. All lot codes are affected, but the specific model and accessories are the key identifiers.
Inspect the instrument channel port for signs of loosening or damage caused by non-Olympus accessories.
Yes, all Bronchofiberscope BF-XP40 models with non-Olympus accessories are affected.
Check the instrument channel port for loosening or damage. If found, stop using the device until it is fixed.
No, using non-Olympus accessories may cause the port to loosen, so it is not safe to continue using the device with them.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3306-2018 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-3306-2018 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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