Olympus Uretero-reno Videoscope URF-V2R Recall: Risk of Surgical Breakage

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Recalling firmOlympus Corporation of the Americas3500 Corporate Pkwy, PO Box 610 · Center Valley, PA 18034-0610

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What happened, in plain English

Olymp: Olympus is recalling all URF-V2 and URF-V2R uretero-reno videoscopes because the insertion tube could break during surgery. This poses a risk of injury to patients during procedures.

Why it’s dangerous

The insertion tube's bending section may break during surgical procedures. This could lead to complications like internal injuries or bleeding if the broken piece becomes lodged in the patient's body.

Who’s affected

Surgical teams using Olympus URF-V2 or URF-V2R uretero-reno videoscopes are affected. Patients undergoing urological procedures with these devices are at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the product name 'Uretero-reno videoscope URF-V2' or 'Uretero-reno videoscope URF-V2R'. All units are affected regardless of serial number.

Brand
Olympus
Category
Medical device

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Questions people ask

Is there a fix for this issue?

The recall notice does not specify a remedy for this issue.

How can I tell if my device is affected?

All URF-V2 and URF-V2R uretero-reno videoscopes are affected; check the product name and model on your device.

What should I do if I have this device?

The recall notice does not provide specific action steps for affected devices.

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Subject: Recall Z-2518-2018 — Olympus Olympus

Hello,

I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2518-2018 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2518-2018 (January 17, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2518-2018 to see it in context.
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Olympus Corporation of the Americas recalls Uretero-reno videoscope URF-V2 Uretero-reno videoscope URF-V2R

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