Model Number M00535900 |
Device Problem
Positioning Problem (3009)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 12/01/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported to boston scientific corporation that an ultratome xl was used in the second part of the duodenum during an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ercp) procedure performed on (b)(6) 2021.During the procedure, while passing the ultratome xl, it was noticed that the tip came out with "altered direction", that the cutting wire was not in a normal position.It was reported that the tip of the device exited the scope in a 1 o'clock direction and the orientation of the cutting wire incorrect.There was no visible damage noted on the cutting wire.The procedure was completed with another of the same device.There were no patient complications reported as a result of this event.The patient's condition at the conclusion of the procedure was reported to be stable.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Patient's exact age is unknown; however, it was reported that the patient was over the age of 18.(b)(4).The complainant indicated that the device was disposed and will not be returned for evaluation; therefore, a problem analysis of the complaint device could not be completed.If any further relevant information is identified, a supplemental medwatch will be filed.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Patient's exact age is unknown; however, it was reported that the patient was over the age of 18.(b)(4).The complainant indicated that the device was disposed and will not be returned for evaluation; therefore, a problem analysis of the complaint device could not be completed.If any further relevant information is identified, a supplemental medwatch will be filed.
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Event Description
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It was reported to boston scientific corporation that an ultratome xl was used in the second part of the duodenum during an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ercp) procedure performed on (b)(6) 2021.During the procedure, while passing the ultratome xl, it was noticed that the tip came out with "altered direction", that the cutting wire was not in a normal position.It was reported that the tip of the device exited the scope in a 1 o'clock direction and the orientation of the cutting wire incorrect.There was no visible damage noted on the cutting wire.The procedure was completed with another of the same device.There were no patient complications reported as a result of this event.The patient's condition at the conclusion of the procedure was reported to be stable.
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