Olympus has recalled several models of the InstaClear Lens Sheath used with rigid endoscopes during nasal surgeries. The recall was initiated because the tip (distal end) of the sheath can break off inside a patient during a medical procedure. If the sheath breaks, medical personnel may need to retrieve the fragments from the patient's body, which could lead to surgical delays or internal injury.
The distal end of the sheath may fracture or break off during use, potentially leaving a foreign object within the patient's nasal cavity or surgical site. This poses a risk of tissue damage, infection, or the need for additional medical intervention to locate and remove the broken piece.
Manufacturer notification via letter.
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