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Medline Industries Recalls 14,379 Olympus Biopsy Valve Kits for Rubber Fragments (2026)

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.

Official notice
Medline IndustriesOlympusHealth & Personal CareMedical DevicesUDI-DI 10198459629334 (EA) 40198459629335 (CS) LOTS 26AMG895UDI-DI 10198459545283 (EA) 40198459545284 (CS) LOTS 25LBJ366 26ABR365UDI-DI 10195327471859 (EA) 40195327471850 (CS) LOTS 24EBA317 24EBV431 24IBD694 24JBQ783

Source-backed recall notice

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Official source
FDA DEVICE
Recall date
February 16, 2026
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
February 16, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
Medline Industries, Olympus
Category
Health & Personal Care
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
Geographic Scope
1 states
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from FDA - Medical Devices; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
Medline Industries, Olympus
Product type
Biopsy valve kit (single-use) containing Olympus biopsy valves
Model numbers
UDI-DI 10198459629334 (EA) 40198459629335 (CS) LOTS 26AMG895, UDI-DI 10198459545283 (EA) 40198459545284 (CS) LOTS 25LBJ366 26ABR365, UDI-DI 10195327471859 (EA) 40195327471850 (CS) LOTS 24EBA317 24EBV431 24IBD694 24JBQ783
Sold at
Multiple Retailers
Where affected
ALL

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    February 16, 2026

  2. Reported by FDA DEVICE

    April 8, 2026

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 15, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

Hazard Information

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.

What You Should Do

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

About This Product

These are convenience kits that include Olympus biopsy valves used during endoscopic procedures. The valves are single-use components within the kit.

Why This Is Dangerous

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.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided data.

Real-World Impact

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.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Review UDI-DI and LOT numbers on the valve components per the recall documentation
  2. Consult your facility’s procurement records to identify affected lots

Where to find product info

Recall notices and manufacturer communications contain the full identification details including UDIs and lot numbers

What timeline to expect

Replacement or refunds will be processed according to Medline’s recall plan, typically within weeks to a few months

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Escalate to hospital risk management
  • File a formal consumer complaint with FDA/related bodies if applicable

How to prevent similar issues

  • Verify device components against recall lists before use
  • Maintain updated recalls with your biomedical engineering team
  • When purchasing, request confirmatory documentation on device recall status

Documentation advice

Document recall notices, lot numbers, UDI numbers, and all communications with Medline or healthcare providers; retain records for the risk management file

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Product Details

- 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

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • Kits contain Olympus biopsy valves
  • Rubber fragment detachment reported in valve slit
  • Nationwide US distribution in CA, FL, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, MT, NY, OH, PA, TN, TX

Safety Guide

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
CHOKINGSUFFOCATIONOTHER

Product Classification

Product TypeBiopsy valve kit (single-use) containing Olympus biopsy valves
Sold At
Multiple Retailers

Product Details

Model Numbers
UDI-DI 10198459629334 (EA) 40198459629335 (CS) LOTS 26AMG895
UDI-DI 10198459545283 (EA) 40198459545284 (CS) LOTS 25LBJ366 26ABR365
UDI-DI 10195327471859 (EA) 40195327471850 (CS) LOTS 24EBA317 24EBV431 24IBD694 24JBQ783
Affected States
ALL
Report Date
April 8, 2026
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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