Olympus TJF-Q180V flexible gastrointestinal Duodenoscope Product Usage: This instrument has been designed to be used with an Olympus video system center, light source, documentation equipment, monitors, EndoTherapy accessories, and other ancillary equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the duodenum.

Class I - Dangerous

🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: January 8, 2016 Olympus Corporation of the Americas Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide

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Recall Details

Company:: Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Reason for Recall:: Olympus America Inc is conducting a voluntary removal/corrective action of all TJF-Q180V duodenoscopes in order to replace the forceps elevator mechanism Olympus is replacing the forceps elevator mechanism with a new forceps elevator design consistent with the design specification in the recently cleared TJF-Q180V 510k.
Classification:: Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
Status:: terminated

Product Information

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Olympus TJF-Q180V flexible gastrointestinal Duodenoscope Product Usage: This instrument has been designed to be used with an Olympus video system center, light source, documentation equipment, monitors, EndoTherapy accessories, and other ancillary equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the duodenum.