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.
FDA Recall Z-1071-2025 · Posted 2025-02-11
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Recalling FirmOlympus Corporation of the Americas
Recall StatusOpen, Classified
Product CodeEOQ
Date Initiated2025-01-15
Product Quantity454 units
Reason for Recall
Potential for the radiopaque tip of the guide sheath component to disassociate and fall off into the patient.
Firm Action
Olympus notified consignees on about 01/15/2024, via letter. Consignees were instructed to examine inventory and quarantine affected devices, cease usage of the product immediately, acknowledge receipt of the letter through the Olympus web portal, and to forward the notice to all applicable personnel and customers if further distributed.
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Distribution Pattern
US nationwide distribution.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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