It was reported to boston scientific corporation that a captivator endoscopic mucosal resection device was used in the colon during an endoscopic mucosal resection (emr) procedure performed on (b)(6) 2023.During the procedure, the emr device was placed at the end of the scope and was inserted into the patient.A metallic colored residue was visible on the monitor which was removed through suction and irrigation.The emr device was then removed from the patient, and the metallic colored residue was removed with a gauze.It was also noted that a small amount of metallic colored residue was visible in the irrigation solution in the suction canister.The procedure was completed with a cook captivator endoscopic mucosal resection device.It was reported that no immediate harm was caused to the patient.
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