Olympus Single Use Guide Sheath Kits with the following product descriptions and model numbers: 1. Single Use Guide Sheath Kit K-201 2.0MM Channel Set: Guide Sheath, Biopsy Forceps, Cytology Brush; Model Number: K-201 2. Single Use Guide Sheath Kit K-202 2.0MM Channel Set: Guide Sheath, Biopsy Forceps; Model Number: K-202 3. Single Use Guide Sheath Kit K-203 2.6MM Channel Set: Guide Sheath, Biopsy Forceps, Cytology Brush; Model Number: K-203 4. Single Use Guide Sheath Kit K-204 2.6MM Channel Set: Guide Sheath, Biopsy Forceps; Model Number: K-204. Used to collect cells or tissue specimens in the respiratory organs.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    1. Model Number: K-201; UDI-DI: 04953170245466; All Lots. 2. Model Number: K-202; UDI-DI: 04953170245480; All Lots 3. Model Number: K-203; UDI-DI: 04953170245503; All Lots 4. Model Number: K-204; UDI-DI: 04953170245527; All Lots
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Reason for Recall:
Potential for the radiopaque tip of the guide sheath component to disassociate and fall off into the patient.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
ongoing

Product Information

Full Description:

Olympus Single Use Guide Sheath Kits with the following product descriptions and model numbers: 1. Single Use Guide Sheath Kit K-201 2.0MM Channel Set: Guide Sheath, Biopsy Forceps, Cytology Brush; Model Number: K-201 2. Single Use Guide Sheath Kit K-202 2.0MM Channel Set: Guide Sheath, Biopsy Forceps; Model Number: K-202 3. Single Use Guide Sheath Kit K-203 2.6MM Channel Set: Guide Sheath, Biopsy Forceps, Cytology Brush; Model Number: K-203 4. Single Use Guide Sheath Kit K-204 2.6MM Channel Set: Guide Sheath, Biopsy Forceps; Model Number: K-204. Used to collect cells or tissue specimens in the respiratory organs.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

1. Model Number: K-201; UDI-DI: 04953170245466; All Lots. 2. Model Number: K-202; UDI-DI: 04953170245480; All Lots 3. Model Number: K-203; UDI-DI: 04953170245503; All Lots 4. Model Number: K-204; UDI-DI: 04953170245527; All Lots

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1071-2025

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