Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number: GF-UC160P-OL5 - Product Usage: used for diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body.
Reported: December 9, 2020 Initiated: October 16, 2020 #Z-0505-2021
Product Description
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number: GF-UC160P-OL5 - Product Usage: used for diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body.
Reason for Recall
A new inspection step was added to the cleaning and disinfection section of the Instructions For Use (IFU) for this device in order to reduce the risk of causing patient infections.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Olympus Corporation of the Americas
- Units Affected
- 46 devices
- Distribution
- Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution. Model Name ------------ Quantity distributed in U.S. GF-UC140P-AL5 ------------- 1,297 devices GF-UCT150-AL5 ------------- 564 devices GF-UCT180 -------------------- 3,145 devices GF-UM20 ----------------------- 31 devices GF-UM130 --------------------- 27 devices GF-UMQ130 ------------------- 373 devices GF-UM160 --------------------- 299 devices GF-UC160P-OL5 ------------- 46 devices GF-UCT160-OL5 ------------- 49 devices GF-UE160-AL5 -------------- 2,691 devices
- Location
- Center Valley, PA
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Olympus Ultrasound Endoscope, Model number: GF-UC160P-OL5 - Product Usage: used for diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body.. Recalled by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. Units affected: 46 devices.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A new inspection step was added to the cleaning and disinfection section of the Instructions For Use (IFU) for this device in order to reduce the risk of causing patient infections.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 9, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0505-2021.
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