Olympus is recalling 86 units of the ESG-410 Electrosurgical Generator because the devices may fail to power on when needed. This equipment is used during various types of surgeries, including open, laparoscopic, and endoscopic procedures, to cut and coagulate tissue. If the generator does not turn on, it can lead to critical delays in starting treatment or result in prolonged surgery time while a replacement is found. Consumers should contact their healthcare provider or Olympus for further instructions regarding this equipment.
The generator may fail to power on due to an internal defect, which can cause surgical delays or prolonged anesthesia for patients already on the operating table. While no specific injuries were mentioned in this report, delays in surgical procedures pose a medium risk to patient safety.
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