Olympus Corporation of the Americas recalls Olympus/Gyrus Paparrela-Type Vent Tube 1.02MM, Silicone, Sterile- to ventilate the middle ear subsequent to otitis media…
The expiration date is missing from the primary (inner) packaging. The secondary (outer) box label correctly states the expiration date of February 12, 2033, for this lot
Read the official notice →- Date
- 2024-02-14
- Country
- United States
- Brand
- Olympus Corporation of the Americas
- Product
- Olympus/Gyrus Paparrela-Type Vent Tube 1.02MM, Silicone, Sterile- to ventilate the middle ear subsequent to otitis media Model: 240044
- Classification
- Class II
- Units
- Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Australia.
- Category
- Drugs & medical
- Source
- FDA · Device
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