FDA Recall Open, Classified

Olympus Tracheal Intubation Fiberscope, Models LF-P & LF-V.

Recall: Z-2501-2023 · Initiated July 27, 2023

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2501-2023
Event Number
92779
Firm
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
FEI Number
2429304
Product Code
EOQ
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Labeling Change Control
Initiated
July 27, 2023
Posted
August 31, 2023
Address
3500 Corporate Pkwy, Center Valley, PA, 18034-8229

Description

Olympus Tracheal Intubation Fiberscope, Models LF-P & LF-V.

Reason

Complaint of endoscope model becoming lodged in the endotracheal tube connector due to diameter being too large.

Action

Consignees were mailed an Urgent Medical Device Correction notification dated 7/27/2023 via UPS. The notification asks that consignees inspect their inventory for recalled devices and check clinical areas to see if any remain in use. Consignees are to ensure that all personnel, including clinical staff, are completely knowledgeable of this recall notification and addendum, which instructs users to slide the endotracheal tube along the entire length of the tracheal intubation scope insertion section to confirm compatibility before using on a patient. Consignees are asked to complete and return the provided response form to Sedgwick via email at [email protected] or by fax at 866-552-4917. Any questions about the acknowledgement form may be directed by phone to 866-737-4762. If product has been further distributed, please forward the notification to those secondary consignees and maintain records of your documentation process. Consignees are to report any complaints to Olympus Technical Assistance Center at 1-800-848-9024 (Option 1) and FDA Medwatch. Any further questions are to be directed to Tara Safi by email at [email protected].

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution.

Quantity

2127 units