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THUNDERBEAT, 5MM, 35CM, Front-actuated Grip Type S. Model: TB-0535FCS Indicated for open, laparoscopic (including single

FDA device recall Z-0108-2024 · posted 2023-10-12 · Open, Classified

Recall details

Recalling firm
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
Reason for recall
Thunderbeats blue seal button may remain in the engaged position after the button is released and not immediately return to a neutral position may result in prolonged surgery
Action taken
UPDATE: Olympus issued a revised letter for additional lots titled: Correction to letter dated September 13, 2023- Additional Lot numbers on January 11, 2024. Olympus issued Urgent Medical Device Recall Letter on 9/13/23 to Healthcare Professional. Letter states reason for recall, health risk and action to take: 1. Inspect your inventory and identify any THUNDERBEAT models and lots subject to this action. Please check all areas of the hospital to determine if any of these devices remain in inventory. The lot number can be found on the box or pouch. 2. Call your Olympus customer service representative at 1-800-848-9024, option 2, with the quantity, model, and lot number of affected devices. Olympus will issue a Return Material Authorization to return any affected product at no charge. Olympus will issue a credit to your facility upon return of affected product. 3. Access the Olympus recall portal to indicate that you have received this notification: a. Go to https://olympusamerica.com/recall. b. Enter the recall number: 0431 4. If you have distributed these devices outside your facility, please notify your customers of this matter immediately. Your notification to your customers may be enhanced by including a copy of this letter. Olympus requests that you report complaints to our Technical Assistance Center (TAC) at 1-800-848-9024, option 1.
Root cause
Under Investigation by firm
Status
Open, Classified
Product code
LFL
Quantity affected
2496 units
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.
Date initiated
2023-09-12
Date posted
2023-10-12
Location
Center Valley, PA

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