Brand Name: Olympus Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps w/Cord, 5mm 33 cm Product Name: Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps Model/Catalog Number: 3006 Product Description: The OLYMPUS Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps are intended to be passed through a 5 mm cannula. Coagulation is achieved using electrosu
| Source | FDA Device Enforcement |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device |
| Severity | Medium |
| Status | ongoing |
| Recall date | February 25, 2026 |
| Reported | April 01, 2026 |
| Recalling firm | Olympus Corporation of the Americas |
| Country / region | United States PA |
Hazard
Olympus identified that the Cutting Forceps contain components for which the supplier did not adequately validate the welding process. Defective welds can result in the Cutting Forceps' jaw breaking during clinical use.
Product description
Brand Name: Olympus Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps w/Cord, 5mm 33 cm Product Name: Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps Model/Catalog Number: 3006 Product Description: The OLYMPUS Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps are intended to be passed through a 5 mm cannula. Coagulation is achieved using electrosurgical energy under visualization. The device is intended to be used with the bipolar outputs of compatible generators.
Affected products
- Brand Name: Olympus Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps w/Cord, 5mm 33 cm Product Name: Everest Bipolar Cutting Forceps Model/Catalog Number: 3006 Product Descri
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