FDA Recall Open, Classified

EVIS EXERA III Gastrointestinal Videoscope

Recall: Z-0288-2024 · Initiated October 2, 2023

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0288-2024
Event Number
93212
Firm
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
FEI Number
2429304
Product Code
FDF
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Reprocessing Controls
Initiated
October 2, 2023
Posted
November 9, 2023
Address
3500 Corporate Pkwy, Center Valley, PA, 18034-8229

Description

EVIS EXERA III Gastrointestinal Videoscope

Reason

Sterilization failures when devices are sterilized per the Reprocessing Manual due to lack of drying time for the endoscope channel.

Action

The firm distributed recall notifications via mail to consignees dated 10/02/2023. Consignees are asked to inspect inventory for affected devices, ensure that all reprocessing personnel are aware and knowledgeable of the recall notice and its contents, and acknowledge receipt of the recall notification by returning the enclosed response form via email to [email protected] or by fax at 800-913-4345. Customers with any questions about the acknowledgement form are to call 866-912-9544. Customers with any questions about the recall are to contact Cynthia Ow by phone at 647-999-3203 or by email at [email protected].

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution.

Quantity

1687 units