MAUDE Adverse Event Report: UNITED STATES ENDOSCOPY GROUP, INC. RAPTOR GRASPING DEVICE

Model Number 00711177

Device Problem Break (1069)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 06/28/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

The distributor reported that during a stent removal their raptor grasping devices were broken.The examination was stopped.No report of injury.

Manufacturer Narrative

Steris endoscopy has requested additional information regarding the reported event and for the device to be returned for evaluation if available.The instructions for use includes the following statements, "actuate the device by moving the slider on the handle back and forth to confirm that the grasping jaws open and close smoothly.If the unit does not function properly, or there is evidence of damage (e.G.Bends, kinks, misshapen jaws, misaligned jaws, exposed wires) do not use this product and contact your local product specialist.Do not use excessive force on the handle and do not coil the catheter outside of the endoscope.Excessive force or coiling may damage the device or damage the endoscope and may result in accidental injury to the patient or clinician.The following conditions may cause the device to function improperly: advancing the handle to the open position with too much speed or force.Attempting to pass or open the device in an extremely articulated endoscope.Attempting to actuate the device in an extremely coiled position.Actuating the device when the handle is at an acute angle in relation to the sheath." the device history records for both lots were reviewed and confirmed the devices were manufactured to specification.A follow-up report will be submitted should additional information become available.

Manufacturer Narrative

Us endoscopy has requested that the distributor return the devices subject of the event for evaluation.To date, we have not yet received the devices for evaluation.We will continue to follow-up with the distributor to determine if the devices are available to be returned.A follow-up report will be submitted when additional information becomes available.

Manufacturer Narrative

Us endoscopy requested the devices subject of the event to be returned for evaluation; however, the distributor reported that the customer discarded the devices.Without the return of the devices, the cause of the reported issue cannot be determined.No additional issues have been reported.

• Brand Name: RAPTOR GRASPING DEVICE
• Type of Device: GRASPING DEVICE
• Manufacturer (Section D): UNITED STATES ENDOSCOPY GROUP, INC.; 5976 heisley road; mentor OH 44060
• Manufacturer (Section G): UNITED STATES ENDOSCOPY GROUP, INC.; 5976 heisley road; mentor OH 44060
• Manufacturer Contact: coletta cohara ; 5976 heisley road; mentor, OH 44060 ; 4403586251
• MDR Report Key: 17327662
• MDR Text Key: 319314231
• Report Number: 1528319-2023-00028
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: OCZ
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00724995183653
• UDI-Public: 00724995183653
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: FR
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: User Facility,Distributor
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 07/14/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 07/14/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 00711177
• Device Catalogue Number: 00711177
• Device Lot Number: 2205231, 5226726
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 06/29/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 05/05/2022
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1