FDA Recall Terminated

Olympus Single Use Mechanical Lithotriptor, Model number BML-201Q, Olympus America, Inc.

Recall: Z-0108-2008 · Initiated September 20, 2007

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0108-2008
Event Number
44929
Firm
Olympus America Inc.
FEI Number
2429304
Product Code
LQC
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Process control
Initiated
September 20, 2007
Posted
October 31, 2007
Terminated
February 15, 2008
Address
3500 Corporate Pkwy. P.O. Box 610, Center Valley, PA, 18034-0610

Description

Olympus Single Use Mechanical Lithotriptor, Model number BML-201Q, Olympus America, Inc.

Reason

Slider knob does not move smoothly causing the user difficulty in advancing the coil sheath

Action

The recalling firm issued a recall letter dated 9/20/07 to the medical facilities informing them of the problem and the need to return the product. The letter also informed the hospitals that replacement products would be sent.

Distribution

Nationwide

Quantity

37 units