International safety notice

Some of the sterilization packs used for some products lack the strength of the heat seal, and this measure has been taken. It was shipped after additional heat sealing. It turned out that I had. Since there is a possibility that the warranty cannot be guaranteed, we will take measures to prevent the potential risk of harm to patients' health. We will carry out a voluntary recall.

Japan / PMDA Recalls · JPN · May 24, 2021

Key facts

Title Some of the sterilization packs used for some products lack the strength of the heat seal, and this measure has been taken. It was shipped after additional heat sealing. It turned out that I had. Since there is a possibility that the warranty cannot be guaranteed, we will take measures to prevent the potential risk of harm to patients' health. We will carry out a voluntary recall.
Regulator Japan / PMDA Recalls
Country JPN
Brand Common name: Endoscope soft grasping forceps Brand name: Grasping forceps S640026
Manufacturer Olympus Medical Systems Co., Ltd.
Models S640026
Date May 24, 2021
Regulator page info.pmda.go.jp

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