EVIS EXERA II Duodenovideoscope OLYMPUS TJF TypeQ180V. This instrument has been designed to be used with an Olympus video system center, light source, documentation equipment, monitors, EndoTherapy accessories (such as a biopsy forceps), and other ancillary equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the duodenum.
FDA Recall Z-2807-2015 · Posted 2015-09-22
Recalling FirmOlympus America Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeFDT
Date Initiated2015-03-26
Date Terminated2017-02-01
Product Quantity6109
Reason for Recall
New and validated reprocessing procedures have been issued for the Olympus TJF-Q180V duodenoscope ("TJF-Q180V"), consisting of revised manual cleaning and high level disinfection procedures.
Firm Action
The firm, Olympus, sent an "Urgent Safety Notification" dated March 26, 2015, to direct consignees/customers. The notification described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The notification contained new reprocessing procedures. The customers were instructed to immediately implement new precleaning and high level disinfection procedure; ensure that all personnel involved in the reprocessing are completely knowledgeable and thoroughly trained on the new reprocessing instructions; complete and return the enclosed questionnaire via fax to (484) 896-7128 and implement the new cleaning instructions when the new brushes arrive on/about May 8, 2015.
If you have question, contact our Technical Assistance Center (TAC) at 1-800-848-9024, option 1, Monday-Friday between 7 AM EST - 8 PM EST. For additional information on this matter, contact V.P., Regulatory/Clinical Affairs & Quality Assurance at (484) 896-5688 or by email at [email protected].
Root Cause
Labeling design
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) and countries of: Canada and Mexico.
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.