FDA Recall of Olympus Endoscope Reprocessor OER-Pro
The FDA has announced a recall of 3,354 units of the Olympus Endoscope Reprocessor OER-Pro due to incompatibility issues with certain reprocessing components.
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What Happened
The Olympus Endoscope Reprocessor OER-Pro is being recalled because the MAJ-1443 and MAJ-1444 components are no longer compatible with it and the OER-Elite automated endoscope reprocessors.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected product is the Olympus Endoscope Reprocessor OER-Pro with Model Number: N3058140. It includes UDI-DI: 04953170258589 and Catalog Number: N3058140. All Lot/Serial Numbers are included, with a total of 3,354 units distributed nationwide in the United States.
What You Should Do
Consumers should follow the instructions in the initial firm notification letter from Olympus Corporation of the Americas for further guidance on this voluntary recall.
Why This Matters
This recall involves medical devices used in healthcare settings, which could affect patient safety due to potential incompatibility issues.
Source
Attribution: FDA. For more information, visit the FDA website and search for Recall Number Z-1613-2026.
Source: FDA Official Notice