FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#153345

Product

Olympus ENDOEYE HD II Video Telescopes Models: WA50040A Endoeye HD II, 10 mm, 0 deg., autoclavable; WA50042A Endoeye HD II, 10 mm, 30 deg., autoclavable; repair cable 10mm 0/30 deg., part number W7100603

FDA product code
HETLaparoscope, Gynecologic (And Accessories)
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Obstetrics/Gynecology
510(k) numbers
K111788
Affected lot / code info
All serial numbers

Why it was recalled

A damaged temperature sensor at the endoscope's tip can cause the endoscope's distal end to become abnormally hot.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Device Design

Action the firm took

A letter to consignees was sent February 10, 2017. Olympus will be repairing the device at user sites by disabling the temperature sensor.

Recalling firm

Firm
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Address
3500 Corporate Pkwy PO Box 610, Center Valley, Pennsylvania 18034-0610

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Nationwide

Timeline

Recall initiated
2017-02-10
Posted by FDA
2017-02-21
Terminated
2018-05-09
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #153345. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.