If you were hospitalized with a serious infection after a procedure that used an Olympus medical scope, you may be entitled to compensation. Rubenstein Law is reviewing these claims now, and the case review is always free.
Do You Qualify for an Olympus Medical Scope Claim?
The fastest way to find out if you qualify is through a free case review. In general, you may have a claim if both of the following apply to you or a loved one.
You had one of these procedures performed with an
Olympus medical scope:
- Colonoscopy
- Upper endoscopy
- ERCP (a procedure involving the bile ducts and pancreas)
- Bronchoscopy
- Hysteroscopy
- Sinus endoscopy
You developed a serious infection afterward that needed hospital treatment, such as:
- A bloodstream infection or sepsis
- An antibiotic-resistant (“superbug”) infection
- Pneumonia or another serious respiratory infection, particularly after a bronchoscopy
- Any infection that required hospitalization or IV antibiotics
If you are not sure whether your procedure or infection qualifies, contact us for a free case review. You do not need your records in hand to call.
Olympus medical scopes are reusable devices used in common diagnostic and surgical procedures. Because the same scope is used on many patients, it has to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected between uses. When that process falls short, patients can be exposed to dangerous bacteria, including strains that resist antibiotics.
The FDA has raised concerns about the risk of infection from reusable scopes and has taken regulatory action involving Olympus devices. An Olympus medical scope claim seeks to hold the manufacturer accountable and recover compensation for the medical, financial, and personal costs of a preventable infection.
What To Do If You Suspect a Scope Infection
Your health comes before anything else. Seek medical care for any infection or symptoms after your procedure.
Save discharge papers, test results, prescriptions, and anything documenting your procedure and infection.
If the facility sent you a letter about a possible exposure during your procedure, keep it. It can be important evidence.
Speak with a lawyer before signing a release or giving a recorded statement to a hospital or insurer.
The sooner we start, the sooner we can preserve evidence and protect your rights. The consultation is free.
Compensation You May Recover
If your claim is successful, you may be able to recover compensation for the harm the infection caused, including:
Wrongful death damages, for families who lost a loved one.
You pay nothing upfront, and no fee at all unless we recover compensation for you. The consultation is free, with no obligation.
Billions Recovered For Our Clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
In general, people who had a qualifying scope procedure and then developed a serious infection that required hospital treatment. If you are not sure, a free case review is the way to find out.
The hospital or surgical center documents the device used in your medical file. If you are unsure, our team can request and review those records for you as part of your free case review.
Nothing upfront. We work on contingency, which means you pay only if we recover compensation for you. The consultation is always free.
Deadlines vary by state and can depend on when you learned your infection was linked to the device. Because they can be strict, it is best to call as soon as possible so you do not lose the right to file.
Talk to Rubenstein Law Today.
If you or your loved one was hospitalized with an infection after an Olympus scope procedure, we are ready to review your case for free and help you understand your options.