Olympus recalls all Bronchofiberscope BF-P40 models due to risk of instrument channel port loosening from non-Olympus accessories. Affected units sold with any lot code.
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-P40 models because attaching non-Olympus accessories might cause the instrument channel port to loosen. This could potentially lead to injury during medical procedures.
Non-Olympus accessories attached to the instrument channel port may apply more force than expected, causing the port to loosen. This could lead to injury during medical procedures if the port becomes dislodged.
Healthcare professionals using the Bronchofiberscope BF-P40 are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with this device may also be affected if the port loosens.
Check for the Bronchofiberscope BF-P40 model with any lot code. This device is sold by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
Inspect the instrument channel port for any non-Olympus accessories that may have been attached.
Verify that only Olympus accessories are securely attached to the instrument channel port.
The recall affects healthcare professionals using the device. Patients may be affected if the port loosens during procedures.
Check for the Bronchofiberscope BF-P40 model with any lot code. This device is sold by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
No immediate stop is required, but you should check for non-Olympus accessories and ensure only Olympus accessories are securely attached.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3299-2018 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-3299-2018 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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