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Medical Devices/Surgical Equipment

Olympus Corporation of the Americas: ENDOEYE FLEX Deflectable Videoscopes Recalled Due to Reprocessing Errors

Agency Publication Date: January 5, 2024
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Summary

Olympus Corporation of the Americas is recalling 1,674 ENDOEYE FLEX Deflectable Videoscopes (Models LTF-S190-5 and LTF-S190-10) because of deviations from the required reprocessing instructions. Proper cleaning and disinfection (reprocessing) are essential for these surgical tools, which are used in thoracic and abdominal surgeries. If the devices are not reprocessed exactly as required, there is a risk of contamination between patients. Consumers should contact their healthcare provider or the manufacturer to ensure their devices are being handled correctly.

Risk

Failure to follow the exact reprocessing manual instructions can lead to improper sterilization or disinfection of the videoscopes. This creates a risk of cross-contamination and the potential transmission of infections between patients during endoscopic procedures.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if you have the affected OLYMPUS ENDOEYE FLEX DEFLECTABLE VIDEOSCOPE by checking the model number on the device: look for LTF-S190-5 (5.4 mm diameter) or LTF-S190-10 (10 mm diameter).
  2. Verify the UDI-DI on the product packaging: 04953170310355 for the 5.4 mm model or 04953170310386 for the 10 mm model. All serial numbers for these models are included in this recall.
  3. Immediately review your current reprocessing protocols against the most recent Reprocessing Manual Instructions provided by Olympus to ensure all required steps are being followed precisely.
  4. Contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas or your healthcare facility's equipment manager to confirm you have the correct Instructions for Use (IFU) and to discuss any necessary corrective actions.
  5. Healthcare providers should monitor patients who have undergone procedures with these devices if reprocessing deviations are suspected.
  6. For further information or to report concerns, contact the FDA at 1-888-463-6332 or visit www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-recalls.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ“‹Other Action

Correction of Instructions for Use and user protocols

How to: Contact your healthcare provider or the manufacturer for further instructions and potential refund

Affected Products

Product: OLYMPUS ENDOEYE FLEX DEFLECTABLE VIDEOSCOPE (5.4 mm diameter)
Model / REF:
LTF-S190-5
UPC Codes:
04953170310355
Lot Numbers:
All Serial Numbers
Product: OLYMPUS ENDOEYE FLEX DEFLECTABLE VIDEOSCOPE (10 mm diameter)
Model / REF:
LTF-S190-10
UPC Codes:
04953170310386
Lot Numbers:
All Serial Numbers

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Event ID: 93575
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Sold By: Authorized Medical Distributors; Direct Sales
Manufactured In: United States
Units Affected: 2 products (1403 units US; 271 units US)
Distributed To: Nationwide

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