Olympus High Flow Insufflation Unit
Olympus is recalling the UHI-3 High Flow Insufflation Unit due to a software issue that may cause dangerous overpressure events.
Stop using the affected insufflation unit immediately and contact Olympus for further instructions regarding the software update or device replacement.
Why it was recalled
Olympus is recalling the High Flow Insufflation Unit due to a software algorithm issue that may cause overpressure events during use. This device is used for abdominal cavity insufflation and smoke evacuation during laparoscopic procedures. The affected model is UHI-3, distributed nationwide.
Is mine affected?
Check the model, lot, or serial number on the device or its packaging. Yours is affected if it matches one below.
Olympus High Flow Insufflation Unit.
- Model
- UHI-3
Where it was sold
Distributed nationwide.
Official source
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Editorial summary by Recall Canary · last updated 2026-07-14 · primary source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration · severity reflects the agency's published classification