Olympus URF-P6RP6 Fiberscope Recall: Risk of Surgical Tube 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

Olympus is recalling all URF-P6RP6 ureterorenal fiberscopes because the insertion tube can break during surgery. This breakage risk could lead to complications for patients undergoing procedures.

Why it’s dangerous

The insertion tube's bending section can break during surgical procedures. If broken, it may cause injury to the patient or interfere with the surgery.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals using the fiberscope for surgical procedures are affected. Patients undergoing surgery with this device are at risk of complications if the tube breaks.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the serial number on the fiberscope. The product is identified as Uretero-reno fiberscope URF-P6RP6 with all serial numbers.

Brand
Olympus
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

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Identify the serial number on the fiberscope to confirm if it is affected.

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Questions people ask

Is this recall affecting patients directly?

The recall affects healthcare professionals using the device. Patients may be at risk if the device breaks during surgery.

What should I do if I have this device?

Check the serial number to confirm if it is affected. Olympus has not provided a specific remedy for this recall.

How can I get a replacement if needed?

The official recall notice does not specify a replacement process or remedy.

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Subject: Recall Z-2520-2018 — Olympus Olympus

Hello,

I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2520-2018 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-2520-2018 (January 17, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2520-2018 to see it in context.
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Olympus Corporation of the Americas recalls Uretero-reno fiberscope URF-P6RP6

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