FUJIFILM CORPORATION FUJIFILM ULTRASONIC ENDOSCOPE EG-580UT; ENDOSCOPIC ULTRASOUND SYSTEM, GASTROENTEROLOGY-UROLOGY
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Model Number EG-580UT |
Device Problems
Residue After Decontamination (2325); Contamination /Decontamination Problem (2895)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 06/07/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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On june 8, 2023, fujifilm corporation was informed of an event involving eg-580ut.It was reported that during preparation a red liquid was observed on the balloon attached to the distal end of the scope.The scope was washed twice with aer, but the red liquid flowed out of the nozzle, and use of the scope was discontinued.There is no patient involvement, serious injury, or death associated with the event.As such, this report is being submitted in an abundance of caution.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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A supplemental report will be submitted pending investigation results.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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On (b)(6) 2023, fujifilm corporation concluded the root cause investigation of eg-580ut.The disassembly investigation revealed a clog in the distal end.It was determined that the blood could not be expelled due to the clogged channel even after reprocessing with aer.Therefore, the root cause is concluded to be failure to follow instructions.Fujifilm instructed the facility to check for channel blockage as outlined in the instructions for use.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This supplement is being submitted to fda as a result of fujifilm corporation's commitment to perform a retrospective review of all mdrs submitted between october 1, 2021 and october 12, 2023, due to fda 483 observations issued to fujifilm corporation on september 22, 2023.This supplement includes missing or incorrect information in the original mdr filing, and previous supplements where applicable.
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