CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPERecalls & reported problems across all models
Olympus Medical Systems Corp. · 7 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
3 open recalls name at least one CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE model. Check whether yours is affected in the recall details, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider.
- Adverse event reports
- 2,504
- Deaths reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 194
- Recalls
- 3
We found 7 models of CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE by Olympus Medical Systems Corp. in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 2,504 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between May 24, 2018 and Sep 30, 2026 — classified as 1 death, 194 injuries, 2,309 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Detachment of Device or Device Component” (1,284 reports).
3 FDA recall records name at least one of these models by its device identifier, 3 still open.
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works
Reports received per month, all models
CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE recalls
FDA recall records that name at least one of these models by its device identifier, newest first. Each recall usually covers specific models or lots, so check the details.
- 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-0690-2024 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · names 2 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- 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-0689-2024 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · names 2 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗
- Sep 25, 2023Class IIOpen, Classified
Channel air drying process was not validated, and that a small percentage of scopes returned to customers after repair had a wet channel. Water remaining in the channel of the endoscopes has the potential for contamination that could lead to the risk of infection
Z-0331-2024 · Root cause: Under Investigation by firm · names 2 of these models · Recall details · FDA record ↗
Most reported CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE problems
Device problems
- Detachment of Device or Device Component1,284
- Failure to Clean Adequately255
- Corroded217
- Device Reprocessing Problem180
- Microbial Contamination of Device121
- Peeled/Delaminated87
- Material Split, Cut or Torn84
- Break68
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions2,284
- Urinary Tract Infection92
- Sepsis56
- Unspecified Infection53
- Fever43
- Bacterial Infection22
- Pain16
- Dysuria15
CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE models
7 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS CYF-VHCystoscope And Accessories, Flexible/Rigid2 recalls1 death1,380 reports
- CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS CYF-VHEndoscope, accessories, narrow band spectrum1 recall435 reports
- CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS CYF-VHRCystoscope And Accessories, Flexible/Rigid2 recalls377 reports
- CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS CYF-VHREndoscope, accessories, narrow band spectrum1 recall125 reports
- CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS CYF-VHAEndoscope, accessories, narrow band spectrum151 reports
- CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS CYF-VHAEndoscope, accessories, narrow band spectrum34 reports
- CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS CYF-VHRCystoscope And Accessories, Flexible/Rigid2 reports
Recent CYSTO-NEPHRO VIDEOSCOPE adverse event reports
The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Material Split, Cut or Torn
The customer returned the Cysto-Nephro Videoscope to the service center for evaluation related to a separate issue. During pre-investigation/equipment intake, the service repair technician identified the insertion tube coding is peeled and cut. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50952339 ↗MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer returned the Cysto-Nephro Videoscope to the service center for evaluation related to a separate issue. During testing, the service repair technician identified that the device bending section was detached. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50950985 ↗MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer returned the videoscope for a separate issue. There was no patient involvement. During inspection of the returned device, it was found that the adhesive around the objective lens was missing.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50947800 ↗MalfunctionSep 30, 2026Material Fragmentation; Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer reported the Cysto-Nephro Videoscope had a separate issue. During the initial evaluation of the device it was observed, that the C-cover was detached and the adhesive on the bending section rubber was chipped. No patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50947449 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Microbial Contamination of Device
The customer reported bioburden stuck in the scope involving an Olympus Cysto-Nephro Videoscope. No additional information was provided.
Patient problems: Insufficient Information
MAUDE report 50936885 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Degraded
The customer reported the Cysto-Nephro Videoscope had a separate issue. During the initial evaluation of the device it was observed, that there was corrosion around the objective lens. No patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50931451 ↗MalfunctionSep 28, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
No additional information received from the customer.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50913960 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Material Fragmentation
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50904959 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50903847 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Crack; Degraded
The customer reported the Cystonephrofiberscope had a separate issue. During the initial evaluation of the device, it was observed that the bending section cover was overlapping and the adhesive around the objective lens is missing. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50903258 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer returned the Cysto-Nephro Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During the device analysis, it was indicated that the distal end detached. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50900950 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50899885 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer returned the Cysto-Nephro Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During the device analysis, it was indicated that there was a chip around the channel and distal end which detached from bending section. Additionally, the objective lens adhesive was missing. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50896744 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer returned the Cysto-Nephro Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During the device analysis, it was indicated that the distal end was detached. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50896624 ↗MalfunctionSep 25, 2026Detachment of Device or Device Component
The customer returned the Cysto-Nephro Videoscope to the service center for a separate issue. During the device analysis, it was indicated that the distal end was detached. There was no patient involvement.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50896218 ↗
Other Olympus Medical Systems Corp. products
- EVIS EXERA lll COLONOVIDEOSCOPE16 models · 15,013 reports · 7 recalls
- EVIS EXERA III GASTROINTESTINAL VIDEOSCOPE7 models · 13,448 reports · 7 recalls
- EVIS EXERA II ULTRASOUND GASTROVIDEOSCOPE9 models · 8,317 reports · 2 recalls
- EVIS EXERA III BRONCHOVIDEOSCOPE11 models · 6,060 reports · 16 recalls
- EVIS EXERA III XENON LIGHT SOURCE2 models · 6,694 reports
- EVIS EXERA III COLONOVIDEOSCOPE6 models · 6,117 reports · 5 recalls
- EVIS EXERA III DUODENOVIDEOSCOPE OLYMPUS TJF-Q190V2 models · 5,281 reports · 4 recalls
- HD CAMERA HEAD2 models · 5,217 reports
Sources and updates
- Models: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Models are grouped by the brand name the manufacturer registered.
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026
- 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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