Olympus Corporation of the Americas

The Olympus UHI-4 insufflation unit may experience unexpected shutdowns where the front panel display turns off and air delivery stops during use. This affects about 3,087 units distributed worldwide. No injuries have been reported.

Olympus has identified a potential fault in the HDMI and DisplayPort connectors on certain OEV321UH 4K UHD LCD Monitors. This fault can result in image loss or display abnormalities. The recall affects 10 units with specific serial numbers distributed in Ohio, California, New Jersey, Florida, and Japan.

Olympus has recalled the Glass Body for the 194 Ellik Evacuator (Model 190A) because some sterilization instructions in the user manual may not reliably make the device sterile. The affected sterilization parameters should no longer be used.

Olympus has recalled the Ellik Evacuator (Model 194), a medical device used during urological procedures. Some sterilization methods described in the device instructions may not reliably sterilize the device, creating a potential infection risk.

Olympus has recalled the Toomey Evacuator 50cc with Adaptor (Model 188A) because some sterilization instructions in the product manual may not reliably make the device fully sterile. Affected units were distributed worldwide, including across the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, and Latin America.

Olympus has recalled the Toomey Evacuator 30cc with Adaptor (Model 188) because some of the sterilization instructions in the device manual may not reliably make the device sterile. The affected instructions should no longer be used.

Olympus identified a defect in the 24V power supply module in some SOLTIVE Pro laser systems that may cause the device to stop working. In some cases, smoke or a burning smell may occur inside the laser console, though the design contains any smoke within the enclosure where it will self-extinguish.

Olympus identified a defect in the 24V power supply module in some SOLTIVE Premium laser systems that may cause the device to stop working. In some cases, smoke or a burning smell may occur inside the laser console, though the design contains any smoke within the internal enclosure where it will self-extinguish.

Olympus discovered that some PKS Cutting Forceps (Model 920005PK) have defective welds in their components. During surgery, the forceps' jaw can break due to these weak welds, potentially affecting the procedure.

Olympus PKS Cutting Forceps (Model 920000PK) contain welding defects that can cause the instrument's jaw to break during surgery. The supplier did not properly validate the welding process on affected components. This affects 7 units distributed worldwide.

Olympus Corporation has recalled its PKS Cutting Forceps (Model 3005PK) used during minimally invasive surgery. The device contains components with defective welds that were not properly validated by the supplier. If the jaw breaks during use, it could affect the procedure and patient safety.

Olympus discovered that some HALO PKS Cutting Forceps (model HACF0533) have defective welds in their components. During surgery, the forceps' jaw can break when the welds fail, potentially affecting the procedure. This affects medical facilities worldwide that use these surgical instruments with the Gyrus ACMI G400 Workstation.

Olympus PK Cutting Forceps (model PK-CF0533) contain welding defects that can cause the instrument's jaw to break during surgical use. The supplier did not properly validate the welding process on affected components. This could compromise the forceps' function during endoscopic or open surgical procedures.

Olympus discovered that some Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps (Model 3006) have welding defects in internal components. These defects can cause the forceps' jaw to break during surgery, potentially requiring additional procedures or intervention.

Olympus has recalled its Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps (Model 3005) used in minimally invasive surgery because some units contain defective welds in their components. The jaw of the forceps can break during use due to these faulty welds. This affects 106 units distributed worldwide.

Olympus has identified that two adapter models (MAJ-1443 and MAJ-1444) are no longer compatible with OER-Pro and OER-Elite automated endoscope reprocessors. This means these adapters cannot be safely used with these reprocessing machines. No injuries have been reported.

Olympus has identified that certain adapter models (MAJ-1443 and MAJ-1444) are no longer compatible with the OER-Elite and OER-Pro automated endoscope reprocessors. This incompatibility could affect proper cleaning and sterilization of medical equipment.

Olympus endoscope air/water valves (models MAJ-1443 and MAJ-1444) are no longer compatible with OER-Pro and OER-Elite automated endoscope reprocessors. Using these valves with these reprocessors may result in incomplete or improper cleaning of endoscopes.

Olympus endoscope suction valves (models MAJ-1443 and MAJ-1444) are no longer compatible with Olympus OER-Pro and OER-Elite automated cleaning systems. Using these valves with these reprocessors may result in improper cleaning and sterilization of medical equipment.

Olympus has identified a mis-wired component in certain ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System generators (model SPL-G) that can cause electrical noise in the ultrasonic circuit. This noise may reduce the system's reliability and delay treatment. The recall affects 55 units distributed internationally.

Olympus has recalled its Single Use Biopsy Valve (model MAJ-1218) used during endoscopy procedures. Small rubber fragments may detach from the valve during use, potentially entering the patient's body. No injuries have been reported, but the risk prompted this recall of about 25,500 affected valves.

Olympus has recalled the MAJ-210 single-use biopsy valve (a device that attaches to endoscopes to prevent fluid backflow) because rubber fragments may detach during use. The recall affects all lot numbers of this product sold nationwide. No injuries have been reported to date.

The Olympus ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System generator (model SPL-G) may fail to recognize its transducer and remain in a blinking waiting state. This can happen if the transducer plug or generator receptacle becomes damaged. The device is used in medical settings to break up kidney stones and similar calculi.

The Olympus ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy System, used to break up kidney stones and similar calculi, may experience problems where the generator remains in a blinking phase and fails to recognize the transducer. This can happen if the transducer plug or generator receptacle becomes damaged. No injuries have been reported.

Olympus Corporation is recalling ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy Systems (Model SPL-SR) because the generator may get stuck in a blinking state and fail to recognize the reusable probe. This can happen if the probe plug or generator connection becomes damaged. The device is used in hospitals and medical facilities to break up kidney stones and similar calculi.

The ceramic tip on Olympus Resection Sheath Model A2666T can break during use. This device is used in urological procedures. The FDA has determined this poses a risk to patients.

The ceramic tip on Olympus Inner Sheath Model A2642, used in urological endoscopic procedures, can break during use. The FDA has received complaints of this breakage occurring.

Olympus has recalled the Inner Sheath Model A2641, a medical device used in urological procedures. The ceramic tip of the resection sheath can break during use, which may affect the safety and effectiveness of the procedure.

Olympus Corporation is recalling its 10 Fr. Model A37004A endoscopic sheath used in urological procedures because the ceramic tip can break during use. The company has received complaints about this defect. No injuries have been reported.

Olympus has recalled the Inner Sheath 21 Fr. Model No. A2660T, a medical device used in urological procedures. The ceramic tip on the resection sheath can break during use, which could affect the safety and effectiveness of the procedure.