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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

EVIS EXERA Duodenovideoscope Olympus TJF Type 160F/VF used with an Olympus video system center, light source, documentation equipment monitors, Endo Therapy accessories and other ancillary equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the duodenum.

Reported: June 8, 2016 Initiated: March 15, 2016 #Z-1845-2016

Product Description

EVIS EXERA Duodenovideoscope Olympus TJF Type 160F/VF used with an Olympus video system center, light source, documentation equipment monitors, Endo Therapy accessories and other ancillary equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the duodenum.

Reason for Recall

New reprocessing instructions for the Olympus TJF-160/VF duodenoscopes, consisting of revised manual cleaning and high level disinfection procedures they plan to implement as well as a new cleaning brush (MAJ-1534), which is enclosed with the notification.

Details

Units Affected
N/A
Distribution
Nationwide:
Location
Center Valley, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
EVIS EXERA Duodenovideoscope Olympus TJF Type 160F/VF used with an Olympus video system center, light source, documentation equipment monitors, Endo Therapy accessories and other ancillary equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the duodenum.. Recalled by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. Units affected: N/A.
Why was this product recalled?
New reprocessing instructions for the Olympus TJF-160/VF duodenoscopes, consisting of revised manual cleaning and high level disinfection procedures they plan to implement as well as a new cleaning brush (MAJ-1534), which is enclosed with the notification.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 8, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1845-2016.