Medline Industries, LP recalled 14,379 Olympus biopsy valve kits sold nationwide to hospitals and clinics. Olympus biopsy valves in the kits may detach rubber fragments from the valve slit. Hospitals and clinics should stop using the devices immediately and follow the recall instructions.
Kits contain recalled Olympus biopsy valves. Olympus is investigating an increase in complaints associated with rubber fragment detachment in the slit of single use biopsy valves. Potential consequences associated with detachment of fragments from valve include foreign body in patient's tracheobronchial tree, which may require intervention for removal. Other potential consequences include inflammatory response, hypoxia, and prolongation of procedure.
Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Medline Industries, LP or your healthcare provider for instructions
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These are convenience kits that include Olympus biopsy valves used during endoscopic procedures. The valves are single-use components within the kit.
Detachment of rubber fragments from the valve slit could create a foreign body in the patient’s airway during procedures, potentially requiring removal and causing inflammation or hypoxia.
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.
The immediate impact is a halt to using the affected kits in clinical settings and potential procedural delays or additional interventions to remove detached fragments.
Recall notices and manufacturer communications contain the full identification details including UDIs and lot numbers
Replacement or refunds will be processed according to Medline’s recall plan, typically within weeks to a few months
Document recall notices, lot numbers, UDI numbers, and all communications with Medline or healthcare providers; retain records for the risk management file
- Kits: BRONCH PACK, DYKE2096; NON MB BRONCHOPSCOPY CCH LH PK, DYNJT6182; PULMONARY BRONCH PACK, DYNDA2861A - Units recalled: 14,379 kits total - UDI-DI/LOTS: See model list below - Where sold: United States, nationwide distribution to hospitals and clinics in CA, FL, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, MT, NY, OH, PA, TN, TX - When sold: prior to recall date (recall effective 2026-02-16) - Price: Not disclosed
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
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