Olympus Corporation of the Americas has recalled 48,999 connecting tubes used with the OER-ELITE Endoscope Reprocessor. The connecting tubes are used to facilitate the cleaning and disinfection of medical endoscopes. The recall was initiated because the lock levers on the Version 2 tubes may fail prematurely, which could interfere with the proper reprocessing of medical devices. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date.
If the tube lock levers fail, the reprocessor may not be able to effectively clean and disinfect endoscopes between patient uses. This creates a risk of cross-contamination or infection for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures.
May be included with the Olympus OER-ELITE.
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