FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#170898

Product

Olympus GF-UCT180 Ultrasound Gastrovideoscope - Product Usage: These endoscopes are intended for use in endoscopic diagnosis and treatment within the gastrointestinal tract.

FDA product code
IYNSystem, Imaging, Pulsed Doppler, Ultrasonic
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Radiology
510(k) numbers
K093395
Affected lot / code info
Serial Number 7621683

Why it was recalled

The adhesive used in the repair of the endoscope was incorrectly prepared. It is unknown what affect the nonconforming adhesive mixture would have on the durability or effectiveness of the gluing operation for the endoscope repair.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Under Investigation by firm

Action the firm took

Customers were contacted via telephone on 12/17/18. Customers were also sent notification letters on 1/2/19.

Recalling firm

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

Distribution

Distribution pattern
US Nationwide distribution in the states of CT, IL, MN, MO, and NC.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2018-12-17
Terminated
2020-11-18
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #170898. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.