Olympus recalls all Bronchofiberscope BF-40 models due to risk of instrument channel port loosening when non-Olympus accessories are attached. This may cause injury during medical procedures.
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- 40 models because attaching non-Olympus accessories can cause the instrument channel port to loosen. This could lead to injury during medical procedures if the scope becomes unstable.
The instrument channel port can loosen when non-Olympus accessories are attached, which may cause the scope to become unstable during medical procedures. This instability could lead to injury to the patient or the medical professional.
Medical professionals using the Bronchofiberscope BF-40 are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with this device may also be affected if the scope becomes unstable.
Check for the Bronchofiberscope BF-40 model with any lot code. This device is sold by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
Remove any non-Olympus accessories attached to the instrument channel port.
Confirm you have the Bronchofiberscope BF-40 model with any lot code.
The recall affects medical professionals using the device. Patients may be at risk if the scope becomes unstable during procedures.
Check for the Bronchofiberscope BF-40 model with any lot code. This device is sold by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
The recall does not require returning the device. Medical professionals should remove non-Olympus accessories and verify the model.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3292-2018 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-3292-2018 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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