Medical Device Recall: Brand Name: EVIS EXERA III Gastrointestinal Videoscope GIF-1TH190 Product Name: Olympus GIF-1TH190 Model/Catalog Number: GIF-1TH190 Software Version: N/A Product Description: This instrument is in
Olympus Corporation of the Americas · September 18, 2024
Reason for Recall
To better define the drying procedures described in the IFU to improve the instructions for easier understanding of each drying step after human errors and concerns were identified when completing a Human Factors evaluation of the GIF-1TH190.
Product Description
Brand Name: EVIS EXERA III Gastrointestinal Videoscope GIF-1TH190 Product Name: Olympus GIF-1TH190 Model/Catalog Number: GIF-1TH190 Software Version: N/A Product Description: This instrument is intended to be used with an Olympus video system center, light source, documentation equipment, monitor, EndoTherapy accessories (such as biopsy forceps), and other ancillary equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery.
Distribution
Domestic: US Nationwide Distribution.
States Affected
NATIONWIDE
Quantity Affected
1749 units
Source: FDA (openFDA Device Enforcement)
Recall number: Z-0498-2025
Status: ongoing
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