Medline kits containing Olympus biopsy valves: 1. BRONCH PROCEDURE KIT, DYKE2091 2. BRONCHSCOPY, DYNJ900898G DYNJ901922I 3. BRONCHSCOPY PACK, DYNJ38313B 4. BRONCHOSCOPY PACK 0120367-LF, DYNJ32750G DYNJ32750I 5. KIT, WR THORACIC, DYNJ911252 6. LARYNGOSCOPY/BRONCHOSCOPY PACK, DYNJ58146B 7. LEX THORACIC, DYNJ902016K DYNJ902016L 8. ORGAN PROCUREMENT, DYNJ908686 9. PULMONARY PACK, DYKE1859 10. THORACIC, DYNJ901666L 11. THORACIC ROBOTICS, DYNJ908777A 12. THORACOTOMY/THORACOSCOPY, DYNJ900482N DYNJ900482O 13. XPS, DYNJ907605
FDA Recall Z-1710-2026 · Posted 2026-04-01
Recalling FirmMedline Industries, LP
Recall StatusOpen, Classified
Product CodeLRO
Date Initiated2026-02-16
Product Quantity14,379 kits total
Reason for Recall
Kits contain recalled Olympus biopsy valves. Olympus is investigating an increase in complaints associated with rubber fragment detachment in the slit of single use biopsy valves. Potential consequences associated with detachment of fragments from valve include foreign body in patient's tracheobronchial tree, which may require intervention for removal. Other potential consequences include inflammatory response, hypoxia, and prolongation of procedure.
Firm Action
Firm notified customers on 2/16/26. Consignees were provided with a copy of Olympus's notification, which includes reminders to follow the IFU. According to the firm, the component can continue to be utilized by the customer, along with the remainder of the kit.
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, FL, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, MT, NY, OH, PA, TN, TX.
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.