Olympus recalls Bronchovideoscope BF-3C16: non-Olympus accessories may loosen instrument channel port. All lot codes affected. Stop using if you have this model.
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 BF-3C160 models because attaching non-Olympus accessories can cause the instrument channel port to loosen. This could lead to potential injury during medical procedures. Affected units include all lot codes of this model.
Non-Olympus accessories attached to the instrument channel port can 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 Bronchovideoscope BF-3C160 for medical procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with this device may also be affected if the port loosens.
Check for the Bronchovideoscope BF-3C160 model with any lot code. This product was sold by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
Ensure no non-Olympus accessories are attached to the instrument channel port.
If the instrument channel port is loose, stop using the device immediately.
The recall states that non-Olympus accessories may cause the instrument channel port to loosen, so it is not safe to use with non-Olympus accessories.
Check for non-Olympus accessories attached to the instrument channel port. If loose, stop using the device immediately.
The Bronchovideoscope BF-3C160 with any lot code is affected by this recall.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-3290-2018 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-3290-2018 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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