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Catalog Number DBF-2.4SL-230SP-40-S |
Device Problem
Device Operates Differently Than Expected (2913)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 04/13/2017 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Investigation evaluation: a product evaluation was not performed in response to this report because the product said to be involved was not provided to cook for evaluation.The report could not be confirmed.A review of the device history record could not be conducted because the lot number was not provided.Investigation conclusion: we could not conduct a complete investigation because the product said to be involved was not returned for evaluation.A definitive cause for the reported observation could not be determined.The instructions for use state the following in regards to product inspection: "beginning at the handle and moving toward the cups, uncoil the forceps making sure not to stretch the cable.Open and close the cups to verify smooth handle operation and appropriate cup action.Become familiar with the amount of handle movement required to operate the cups.If any irregularities are noted, do not use.Note: exercising the handle while the forcep is coiled may result in damage to the performance characteristics of the forceps." prior to distribution, all captura biopsy forceps are subjected to a visual inspection and functional test to ensure proper workability.Corrective action: a review of the complaint history was conducted.The likelihood of occurrence is considered rare.Corrective action is not warranted at this time based on the quality engineering risk assessment.Quality assurance will continue to monitor for complaint trends and reassess the risk assessment results as post market feedback continues to become available.
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Event Description
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The following was reported on (b)(6) 2017: during an esophageal biopsy, the physician used a cook captura serrated large forcep- spike.The forcep broke during esophageal biopsy.The following was received 05/10/2017: the drive wire in the handle broke, therefore the forceps would not open or close.The endoscope needed to be brought out of the patient and the forceps removed, then [the endoscope] reinserted into the patient.
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