Olympus recalls URF-P6 ureterorenal fiberscopes due to potential breakage during surgery, which could cause injury. All units with serial numbers are affected.
Breakage of the endoscope's insertion tube bending section during surgical procedures.
Olymp: Olympus recalls all URF-P6 ureterorenal fiberscopes because their insertion tubes can break during surgery. This breakage risk could lead to injury if not addressed.
The insertion tube's bending section can break during surgical procedures. This breakage could cause injury to the patient or the surgical team if the broken piece becomes lodged or causes damage.
Surgical teams using the URF-P6 fiberscopes for kidney and ureter procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing these surgeries may be affected if the device breaks during use.
Check for the URF-P6 model name and all serial numbers on the device. The recall applies to all units sold by Olympus Corporation of the Americas.
Look for the serial number on the fiberscope to confirm it is affected by this recall.
Yes, the recall states that the insertion tube can break during surgery, which could cause injury.
The recall applies to all URF-P6 ureterorenal fiberscopes with any serial number.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so you should contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Olympus to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2519-2018 — Olympus Olympus Hello, I own a Olympus that is covered by recall Z-2519-2018 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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