The device was evaluated by olympus.The evaluation found a deformed scope cover and the screen of the charged coupled device (ccd) unit was defective.Additionally, there was corrosion on the device connector due to leakage from the unit.The faulty parts need replacement.The investigation is ongoing; therefore, the root cause of the reported event cannot be determined at this time.However, if additional information becomes available this report will be supplemented accordingly.
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A user facility reported to olympus that during preparation for use, the evis lucera duodenovideoscope forceps elevator was loose.Upon inspection and testing of the returned device, it was observed that the forceps elevator was defective.The gap of adhesive on the distal end and stain entered inside the lens through the gap.There was no harm, infection or user injury reported due to the event.
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This report is being supplemented to provide additional information based on the legal manufacturer's final investigation.A review of the device history record found no deviations that could have caused or contributed to the reported issue.Based on the results of the investigation, a definitive root cause could not be established.Dirt inside the lg lens was confirmed, and based upon the information provided, it was presumed that the event occurred by the gap generated at the light guide (lg) lens due to physical stress.The instructions for use (ifu) provides the following on the detection of issues akin to the suggested phenomenon: "inspect the external surface of the entire insertion section including the bending section and the distal end for dents, bulges, swelling, scratches, holes, sagging, transformation, bends, adhesion of foreign bodies, missing parts, protruding objects, or other irregularities." the ifu provides the following on reducing/preventing issues akin to the suggested phenomenon: "warning: do not strike, hit, or drop the endoscope¿s distal end, insertion tube, bending section, control section, universal cord, or endoscope connector.Also, do not bend, pull, or twist the endoscope¿s distal end, insertion tube, bending section, control section, universal cord, or endoscope connector with excessive force.The endoscope may be damaged and could cause patient injury, burns, bleeding, and/or perforations.It could also cause parts of the endoscope to fall off inside the patient." olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.
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