Olympus Recalls Resection Sheaths Over Ceramic Tip Breakage Risk
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Olympus Corporation of the Americas has issued a voluntary recall for 1,676 resection sheaths used in urologic procedures due to reports of the ceramic tip breaking.
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What Happened
Olympus Corporation of the Americas has initiated a voluntary recall of its resection sheaths following complaints that the ceramic tip of the device can break. This Class II recall was firm-initiated after reports identified the potential for the ceramic component to fail during use.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves the following medical device:
- Product Name: Olympus Resection Sheath, 26 Fr.
- Model Number: A22042A
- UDI: 04042761020985
- Affected Lots: All lots are included in this recall.
- Quantity: 1,676 units
- Distribution: Nationwide across the United States.
What You Should Do
Olympus notified customers of the issue via a formal letter initiated on November 11, 2025. Healthcare facilities and providers in possession of these devices should follow the instructions provided in the firm's notification. For further information regarding returns or device management, contact Olympus Corporation of the Americas at their Center Valley, Pennsylvania headquarters.
Why This Matters
The breakage of a ceramic tip during a urologic procedure poses a risk of injury to the patient or may cause surgical complications, necessitating the removal of the affected units from clinical use.
Source
Information provided by the FDA under recall number Z-1443-2026.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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