Uretero-reno videoscope URF-V2 and URF-V2R endoscope and accessories The URF-V2/V2R endoscopes are intended for use in endoscopic diagnosis and treatment within the ureter and kidney.

Class I - Dangerous

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Recall Details

Company:
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Reason for Recall:
Olympus has received complaints regarding the breakage of the endoscope's insertion tube bending section during surgical procedures. Some of these complaints are associated with tissue trauma, including perforation, and insertion tubes which were stuck inside the patient and had to be surgically removed.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Uretero-reno videoscope URF-V2 and URF-V2R endoscope and accessories The URF-V2/V2R endoscopes are intended for use in endoscopic diagnosis and treatment within the ureter and kidney.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

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Official Source

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FDA Recall Number: Z-1252-2017

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