Recall Z-0288-2024

Olympus Corporation of the Americas · initiated October 2, 2023

Class II Open, Classified

Class II – products that might cause a temporary health problem or pose a slight threat of a serious nature

Product

EVIS EXERA III Gastrointestinal Videoscope

Codes / lots: Model No. GIF-1TH190; UDI-DI: 04953170343360; All Serial Numbers.

Reason for recall

Sterilization failures when devices are sterilized per the Reprocessing Manual due to lack of drying time for the endoscope channel.

FDA-determined cause: Reprocessing Controls

Action taken

The firm distributed recall notifications via mail to consignees dated 10/02/2023. Consignees are asked to inspect inventory for affected devices, ensure that all reprocessing personnel are aware and knowledgeable of the recall notice and its contents, and acknowledge receipt of the recall notification by returning the enclosed response form via email to olympus5381@sedgwick.com or by fax at 800-913-4345. Customers with any questions about the acknowledgement form are to call 866-912-9544. Customers with any questions about the recall are to contact Cynthia Ow by phone at 647-999-3203 or by email at Cynthia.Ow@Olympus.com.

Details

Recall number
Z-0288-2024
Initiated
October 2, 2023
Posted by FDA
November 9, 2023
Product code
FDF – Colonoscope And Accessories, Flexible/Rigid
Quantity
1687 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution.
Recalling firm
Olympus Corporation of the Americas, Center Valley, PA

Official FDA recall record