MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ARTHROCARE CORPORATION EVAC 70 XTRA HP COBLATOR II; ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES

Catalog Number EIC5874-01

Device Problem Arcing (2583)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 10/08/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that during an ent procedure, the evac wand had water leakage and electric sparks.The procedure was completed with non-significant delay using a back-up device.No further complications were reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10 h3, h6: the reported device was received for evaluation.Visual inspection observed the returned instrument shows no manufacturing abnormalities.Fluid is in the fluid line.Electrodes have been used.Bio debris is present.The wand is bent from use.The black shrink wrap is deformed at the distal edge.There is separation between the electrode tip and the shaft with signs of arcing.Product was out of the original packaging.No packaging returned.A functional evaluation showed the device was plugged into the controller and registered settings (7,3).The wand was able to generate plasma and coagulation.There was arcing between the spacer and shaft.The irrigation and suction showed no leaks.A review of device records showed there were no indications to suggest that the product did not meet manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.A complaint history review found similar reported events.A risk management review found that the reported failure and/or harm was documented appropriately, and there were no indications to suggest the anticipated risk is not adequate.The root cause for arcing was associated with unintended use of the device.Factors that could have contributed to the reported event include contact with metal objects while activating the wand.The root cause for water leakage could not be determined since the reported malfunction could not be duplicated during the investigation.Please refer to the instructions for use for precautions and warnings related to the use of the device.No containment or corrective actions are recommended at this time.

• Brand Name: EVAC 70 XTRA HP COBLATOR II
• Type of Device: ELECTROSURGICAL, CUTTING & COAGULATION & ACCESSORIES
• Manufacturer (Section D): ARTHROCARE CORPORATION; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin TX 78735
• Manufacturer (Section G): ARTHROCARE CORPORATION; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin TX 78735
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 18022302
• MDR Text Key: 326956062
• Report Number: 3006524618-2023-00410
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: GEI
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CH
• PMA/PMN Number: K202006
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 02/07/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 10/27/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: EIC5874-01
• Device Lot Number: 2106357
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 02/06/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 11/25/2022
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1