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Olympus Device Recall - 26 Fr Sheath Ceramic Tip

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Filed March 4th, 2026
Detected March 29th, 2026
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Summary

The FDA has issued a Class II device recall for Olympus Resection Inner Sheaths (Model No. A22040A) due to complaints of the ceramic tip breaking. The recall affects nationwide distribution within the US and is ongoing.

What changed

The FDA has initiated a Class II device recall for Olympus Corporation of the Americas' Resection Inner Sheath, Model No. A22040A, used for urologic applications with a 26 Fr. outer sheath. The recall is due to reports of the ceramic tip breaking off during use, posing a potential risk to patients. This is an ongoing recall with nationwide distribution in the US.

Healthcare providers and medical device distributors who have received these products should review their inventory and follow Olympus's specific recall procedures. Compliance with recall instructions is mandatory to ensure patient safety and adherence to FDA regulations. Failure to comply with recall procedures can result in further regulatory action.

What to do next

  1. Review inventory for affected Olympus Resection Inner Sheath, Model No. A22040A.
  2. Follow Olympus's specific recall procedures for affected devices.
  3. Ensure patient safety by removing or addressing affected devices as per recall instructions.

Source document (simplified)

Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Device Recalls (Class II)

← All Device Recalls (Class II) Class II Z-1439-2026 · 20260304 · Ongoing

Product

Olympus Resection Inner Sheath, for 26 Fr. Outer Sheath. Model No. A22040A. Resection sheath for urologic applications.

Reason for Recall

Complaints of the ceramic tip of the resection sheath breaking have been received.

Distribution

US Nationwide Distribution.

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Source

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Classification

Agency
FDA
Filed
March 4th, 2026
Instrument
Enforcement
Legal weight
Binding
Stage
Final
Change scope
Substantive
Document ID
Z-1439-2026

Who this affects

Applies to
Healthcare providers Medical device makers
Industry sector
3345 Medical Device Manufacturing
Activity scope
Device Recalls
Threshold
Class II device
Geographic scope
United States US

Taxonomy

Primary area
Medical Devices
Operational domain
Compliance
Topics
Product Safety Recall Management

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