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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Olympus ENDOEYE HD II Video Telescopes. Models WA50040A ENDOEYE HD II, 10 mm, 0 degree, WA50042A ENDOEYE HD II 10 mm, 30 degree, W7100603 Repair cable 10 mm 0/30 degree. The ENDOEYE video Telescopes are used with other supporting equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the thoracic and abdominal cavities including the female reproductive organs.

Reported: December 16, 2015 Initiated: November 17, 2015 #Z-0403-2016

Product Description

Olympus ENDOEYE HD II Video Telescopes. Models WA50040A ENDOEYE HD II, 10 mm, 0 degree, WA50042A ENDOEYE HD II 10 mm, 30 degree, W7100603 Repair cable 10 mm 0/30 degree. The ENDOEYE video Telescopes are used with other supporting equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the thoracic and abdominal cavities including the female reproductive organs.

Reason for Recall

A damaged temperature sensor at the ENDOEYE tip caused the distal end to become abnormally hot. Excessive heating of the ENDOEYE distal end could result in patient or user injury.

Details

Units Affected
182
Distribution
US Nationwide Distribution including these states: NE, IL, FL, TX, OH, PA, IN, CA, NY, AL, ND, GA, AK, MI, WA, MS, NJ, IA, AZ, and RI.
Location
Center Valley, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Olympus ENDOEYE HD II Video Telescopes. Models WA50040A ENDOEYE HD II, 10 mm, 0 degree, WA50042A ENDOEYE HD II 10 mm, 30 degree, W7100603 Repair cable 10 mm 0/30 degree. The ENDOEYE video Telescopes are used with other supporting equipment for endoscopy and endoscopic surgery within the thoracic and abdominal cavities including the female reproductive organs.. Recalled by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. Units affected: 182.
Why was this product recalled?
A damaged temperature sensor at the ENDOEYE tip caused the distal end to become abnormally hot. Excessive heating of the ENDOEYE distal end could result in patient or user injury.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 16, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0403-2016.