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Terminated

Olympus Endoscopic Electrosurgical Unit working elements, model numbers WA22066A and WA22067A. Working element for endoscopic diagnosis and treatment in urological and gynecological applications.

FDA Recall Z-0828-2012 · Posted 2012-01-20

Recalling FirmOlympus America Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeKNS
Date Initiated2011-12-27
Date Terminated2013-12-21

Reason for Recall

Less than optimal thickness in the plastic housing holding the electrode in the Olympus Working Elements

Firm Action

Olympus America Inc. sent an "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE WITHDRAWAL" letter dated December 27, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter instructs customers to inspect their inventory for the affected product and discontinue use of any affected product discovered. Customers should contact the Gyrus ACMI Customer Service Department at 1-888-524-7266 for credit or replacement of the product. Additionally, an Olympus Working Elements Withdrawal form was enclosed for customers to complete and fax to 484-896-7128. Contact the firm at 484-896-5688 for questions regarding this notice.

Root Cause

Component design/selection

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide Distribution-including Washington, D.C. and the states of AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NV, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, and WI.

Related FDA 510(k) Records

Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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