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Class I Recall

Olympus EVIS EXERA II BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE BF TYPE, Model Numbers BF-P180, BF-Q180, BF-Q180-AC, BF-1T180, BF-1TQ180

Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Summary

The FDA issued a Class I for Olympus EVIS EXERA II BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE BF TYPE, Model Numbers BF-P180, BF-Q180, by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. Reason: There have been complaints of endobronchial combustion during therapeutic laser procedures with the bronchoscope..

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-2016-2023

Action Date

2023-07-26

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Olympus EVIS EXERA II BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE BF TYPE, Model Numbers BF-P180, BF-Q180, BF-Q180-AC, BF-1T180, BF-1TQ180

Lot/Code Info: All serial numbers BF-P180* EVIS EXERA II BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF TYPE P180 UDI: 04953170339288 BF-Q180** EVIS EXERA II BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF TYPE Q180 UDI: 04953170339301 BF-Q180-AC* EVIS EXERA II BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF TYPE Q180-AC UDI: 04953170340086 BF-1T180* EVIS EXERA II BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF TYPE 1T180 UDI: 04953170339325 BF-1TQ180* EVIS EXERA II BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS BF TYPE 1TQ180 UDI: 04953170339349

Quantity Affected: 17,609 units

Reason for Recall

There have been complaints of endobronchial combustion during therapeutic laser procedures with the bronchoscope.

Distribution

US Nationwide Distribution.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-06-08

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class I recall. Class I recalls are the most serious — there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

This was one of 192 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.

Olympus Corporation of the Americas has 334 FDA actions in our database, including 334 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class I recall?

A Class I recall is the most serious type. The FDA has determined there is a reasonable probability that the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. Consumers should stop using the product immediately.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Olympus Corporation of the Americas) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Olympus Corporation of the Americas have FDA actions?

Olympus Corporation of the Americas has 334 FDA actions in our database, including 334 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2016-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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