Olympus is recalling approximately 20,869 medical scopes, including various bronchoscopes and cystoscopes, because the instructions for manual cleaning have changed. The company has determined that reusable cleaning brushes should no longer be used for manual cleaning of these devices, although single-use brushes remain safe and compatible. This update is critical to ensure the devices are properly disinfected between patient uses, as improper cleaning can lead to the spread of infections.
If reusable cleaning brushes are used instead of the now-required single-use brushes, the medical scopes may not be adequately cleaned or disinfected. This poses a risk of cross-contamination and the potential transmission of infections between patients during medical procedures.
Manual instruction update
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