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Auris Health (J&J) recalls Monarch over unanticipated robotic arm positioning toward patient-left

Auris Health recalled the Monarch bronchoscopy platform because a software issue could cause unanticipated robotic-arm positioning toward patient-left, risking contact with the patient or endotracheal tube. 173 units. Source: FDA Class 2 device recall Z-1383-2026, openFDA enforcement / accessdata.fda.gov.

Occurred 2026-01-21 · Auris Health · Investigated by FDA

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What happened in Auris Health (J&J) recalls Monarch over unanticipated robotic arm positioning toward patient-left?
Auris Health recalled the Monarch bronchoscopy platform because a software issue could cause unanticipated robotic-arm positioning toward patient-left, risking contact with the patient or endotracheal tube. 173 units. Source: FDA Class 2 device recall Z-1383-2026, openFDA enforcement / accessdata.fda.gov.
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The incident is recorded as occurring on January 21, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
Who was involved in Auris Health (J&J) recalls Monarch over unanticipated robotic arm positioning toward patient-left?
The incident is recorded as involving Auris Health on the DEPLOY registry. No specific robot model is linked to this incident in the registry.
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