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VISERA CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS CYF TYPE V2 (REF N6005730)Recalls & reported problems

Olympus Medical Systems Corp. · VISERA CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE · Class 2

All models of VISERA CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE (8)

Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy

1 open recall names this device. See the recall details and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.

Quick summary

This Olympus Visera Cysto-Nephro videoscope is used to look inside the bladder and kidney. Its 409 adverse event reports often describe parts coming loose, cleaning that is not thorough, and corrosion, and some describe urinary tract infections. The reports include no deaths and 66 injuries. One recall is open, from December 2023, over cleaning instructions that no longer include reusable brushes. Reports rose from 79 in the earlier year to 206 in the latest year.

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Adverse event reports
418
Deaths reported
0
Injuries reported
66
Recalls naming it
1

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 418 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 04953170411199), received between Jul 10, 2020 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 66 injuries, 352 malfunctions.

The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Detachment of Device or Device Component” (95 reports).

1 FDA recall record name this device's identifier, 1 still open.

4 other recalls cover devices cleared under the same FDA submission (K221683); they may or may not involve this specific model.

Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.

Reports received per month

Nov 2023: 11 reportsDec 2023: 4 reportsJan 2024: 6 reportsFeb 2024: 38 reportsMar 2024: 26 reportsApr 2024: 1 reportsMay 2024: 1 reportsJun 2024: 2 reportsJul 2024: 1 reportsAug 2024: 1 reportsSep 2024: 1 reportsOct 2024: 9 reportsNov 2024: 1 reportsDec 2024: 0 reportsJan 2025: 1 reportsFeb 2025: 1 reportsMar 2025: 1 reportsApr 2025: 2 reportsMay 2025: 3 reportsJun 2025: 1 reportsJul 2025: 6 reportsAug 2025: 6 reportsSep 2025: 5 reportsOct 2025: 52 reportsNov 2025: 21 reportsDec 2025: 4 reportsJan 2026: 20 reportsFeb 2026: 16 reportsMar 2026: 19 reportsApr 2026: 30 reportsMay 2026: 34 reportsJun 2026: 17 reportsJul 2026: 20 reportsAug 2026: 22 reportsSep 2026: 12 reportsOct 2026: 0 reports20242025202652
Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Recalls naming this device

  1. Dec 4, 2023Class IIOpen, Classified

    Olympus has updated the instructions for use: Reusable cleaning brushes have been removed from the manual cleaning. Single use brushes remain compatible.

    Z-0691-2024 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · Recall details · FDA record ↗

Most reported problems

Device problems

  • Detachment of Device or Device Component95
  • Failure to Clean Adequately92
  • Corroded43
  • Device Reprocessing Problem37
  • Break25
  • Peeled/Delaminated24
  • Material Split, Cut or Torn22
  • Material Fragmentation19

Patient problems

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions346
  • Urinary Tract Infection59
  • Bacterial Infection4
  • Burning Sensation3
  • No Patient Involvement2
  • Unspecified Infection2
  • Dysuria1
  • Hematuria1

Recent adverse event reports

The 25 most recent of 418 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

  • MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50955199 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Corroded

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50940934 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Material Fragmentation

    The customer reported that the Visera Cysto-Nephro Videoscope had a separate issue. During the initial evaluation of the device, was observed that the adhesive on the bending section was chipped. No patient involvement.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50934113 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component

    The cysto-nephro videoscope was returned to the service center for a separate issue. During inspection of the device, the bending section sheath was found to be detached, likely due to stress, and was repaired. There was no patient involvement, and no harm was reported as a result of the event.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50899097 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 21, 2026Stretched; Mechanical Jam

    The customer reported the Cysto-Nephro Videoscope had a separate issue. During the initial evaluation of the device it was observed, that the bending section rubber was stretched and the control knob had no movement. No patient involvement.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50838671 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 3, 2026Material Fragmentation; Material Deformation

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50595609 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 3, 2026Corroded; Crack

    The customer returned the videoscope for a separate issue. During the initial evaluation of the device, it was observed that the plastic distal end cover, the bending section cover and its adhesive, objective lens, light guide lens, and insertion tube boot were corroded. The distal end's plastic cover was also chipped. There was no patient involvement.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50591986 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 2, 2026Material Fragmentation

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50572314 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 2, 2026Crack

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50570481 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 2, 2026Fracture; Material Fragmentation

    The customer reported they were flushing their scope this morning, and the plastic tip broke off during reprocessing involving an Olympus Cysto-Nephro Videoscope. There was no patient involvement.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50569895 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 2, 2026Crack

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50569575 ↗
  • MalfunctionSep 2, 2026Loss of or Failure to Bond; Peeled/Delaminated

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50566287 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 31, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component

    The customer reported a separate issue with the Cystonephrofiberscope. During the initial evaluation of the device, it was observed that the adhesive on the bending section was missing. There was no patient involvement.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50531952 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 31, 2026Material Fragmentation; Peeled/Delaminated

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50530999 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 27, 2026Corroded

    The customer reported the Cysto-Nephro Videoscope had a separate issue. During the initial evaluation of the device it was observed, that the channel had corrosion inside, the objective lens had corrosion, and the bending section rubber had corrosion. No patient involvement.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50480476 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 20, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50356463 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 20, 2026Material Separation; Material Deformation

    The customer returned the Cysto Nephro Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During the device analysis, the service repair technician indicated the bending section cover/distal sheath was torn/detached and the insertion tube dented/bulging. There was no patient involvement.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50345577 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 19, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50313270 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 18, 2026Material Deformation

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50308051 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 18, 2026Corroded

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50290628 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 18, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component; Failure to Clean Adequately

    The customer returned the Cysto-Nephro Videoscope for a separate issue. During the initial evaluation of the device it was observed, chipped light guide lens glue and rust at the opening of the channel. No patient involvement.

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50290400 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 14, 2026Loss of or Failure to Bond

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50252058 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 13, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component

    Patient problems: Insufficient Information

    MAUDE report 50239849 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 13, 2026Dent in Material; Detachment of Device or Device Component

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50236572 ↗
  • MalfunctionAug 12, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component

    Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

    MAUDE report 50229600 ↗

Recalls under the same FDA submission

These recalls involve devices cleared under K221683. One submission often covers many models, so check the product and lot details in each record.

  • Z-0689-2024 · Dec 4, 2023 · Open, Classified
    Model No. CYF-VH, CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE
  • Z-0690-2024 · Dec 4, 2023 · Open, Classified
    Model No. CYF-VHR, CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE
  • Z-0692-2024 · Dec 4, 2023 · Open, Classified
    Model No. CYF-V2R, VISERA Cysto-Nephro Videoscope
  • Z-0331-2024 · Sep 25, 2023 · Open, Classified
    Cystonephroscope-endoscopic diagnosis and treatment within the bladder, urethra, and kidney Model Numbers: CYF-5, CYF-VH, CYF-VHR.

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