RHINO-LARYNGO VIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS ENF-VH (REF N6006840)Recalls & reported problems
Olympus Medical Systems Corp. · RHINO-LARYNGO VIDEOSCOPE · Class 2
All models of RHINO-LARYNGO VIDEOSCOPE (15)
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
Quick summary
This Olympus Rhino-Laryngo videoscope is a thin flexible scope used to look at the nose, throat and vocal cords. The 72 reports mostly describe the scope coming apart or wearing out at its tip — the outer sheath detaching, the bending section cover peeling, and parts corroding or degrading — along with cleaning and reprocessing difficulties that left a blurry image. There are no deaths and no injuries. No recalls name this device.
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- Adverse event reports
- 87
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 87 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 04953170411403), received between Oct 11, 2022 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 87 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Detachment of Device or Device Component” (23 reports).
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
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Detachment of Device or Device Component23
- Peeled/Delaminated13
- Device Reprocessing Problem10
- Failure to Clean Adequately9
- Material Fragmentation8
- Crack7
- Degraded6
- Corroded5
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions86
- Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available1
Recent adverse event reports
The 25 most recent of 87 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Peeled/Delaminated
The customer returned the videoscope to the service center for evaluation of a separate issue. During the evaluation, a reportable malfunction was identified: coating peeling on the insertion tube. The affected component required replacement. There was no patient involvement associated with this event.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50951334 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Peeled/Delaminated
The customer returned the videoscope, an Olympus asset with no reported complaint. During the evaluation of the device, it was observed that the A-rubber was missing. The affected component required replacement. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50936083 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Peeled/Delaminated
The customer returned the VIdeoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During Olympus¿ device analysis it was indicated that the VIdeoscope's insertion tube coating was peeling. There were no reports of patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50863377 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer returned the Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During Olympus¿ device analysis it was indicated that the Videoscope was missing glue around the objective lens. There were no reports of patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50863376 ↗MalfunctionSep 22, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer returned the Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During Olympus¿ device analysis it was indicated that the Videoscope's objective lens had chipped adhesive. There were no reports of patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50849852 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Crack; Material Fragmentation
The customer reported flaking at the Distal Tip during reprocessing. The issue involved an Olympus Rhino Laryngo Videoscope. Additionally, during the device analysis, the Olympus Service Repair Technician indicated that the Distal Sheath was cracked with exposed threads. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50772585 ↗MalfunctionSep 15, 2026Crack; Material Fragmentation
The customer reported the unit has chipping on the Distal End. The issue involved an Olympus Rhino Laryngo Videoscope. There was no patient injury reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50772304 ↗MalfunctionSep 14, 2026Degraded; Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer returned the Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During the device analysis, the Service Repair Technician indicates that a reportable malfunction was found. It was determined that a torn a piece came off the insertion tube when removing the tape. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50754862 ↗MalfunctionSep 14, 2026Contamination
The customer reported there was hair found in the Insertion Tube of the device. The issue occurred during preparation for use and before the patient was in the procedure room. The issue involved an Olympus Rhino-Laryngo Videoscope. There was no patient injury reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50753251 ↗MalfunctionSep 10, 2026Material Fragmentation
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50724688 ↗MalfunctionSep 9, 2026Peeled/Delaminated; Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer returned the Rhino Laryngo Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During the device analysis, the Olympus Service Repair Technician indicated that the Insertion Tube was peeling off on the label. It was determined that the Insertion Tube needed to be replaced. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50690145 ↗MalfunctionSep 8, 2026Material Fragmentation
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50672184 ↗MalfunctionSep 2, 2026Crack; Detachment of Device or Device Component
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50555497 ↗MalfunctionSep 1, 2026Crack; Material Fragmentation
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50549118 ↗MalfunctionSep 1, 2026Peeled/Delaminated
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50535902 ↗MalfunctionAug 31, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer returned the Rhino Laryngo Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During the initial device analysis, the Olympus Service Repair Technician indicated that Distal Sheath detachment was found. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50519579 ↗MalfunctionAug 27, 2026Corroded; Detachment of Device or Device Component
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50475098 ↗MalfunctionAug 26, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50458258 ↗MalfunctionAug 26, 2026Failure to Clean Adequately
The customer returned the Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During the device analysis, the Service Repair Technician indicates that a reportable malfunction was found. It was determined that a blurry image occurred due to dirty Objective lens. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50443468 ↗MalfunctionAug 24, 2026Material Fragmentation; Peeled/Delaminated
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50419673 ↗MalfunctionAug 18, 2026Peeled/Delaminated
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50307268 ↗MalfunctionAug 16, 2026Peeled/Delaminated
The customer returned the Rhino-Laryngo Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During the device analysis, the Service Repair Technician indicates that a reportable malfunction was found. It was determined that the adhesive on the bending section cover glue peeled off at the distal end. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50267732 ↗MalfunctionAug 13, 2026Material Fragmentation
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50233334 ↗MalfunctionAug 11, 2026Crack
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50211860 ↗MalfunctionAug 10, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50195297 ↗
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Sources and updates
- Device record: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026 · View this device in AccessGUDID ↗
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026 · each report above links to its original FDA record
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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