MAUDE Adverse Event Report: UNITED STATES ENDOSCOPY GROUP, INC. GI4000 ELECTROSURGICAL UNIT

Model Number G1110001

Device Problems Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993); Insufficient Information (3190)

Patient Problem Perforation (2001)

Event Date 11/16/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

The gi4000 electrosurgical unit was returned for evaluation.The investigation into the reported event is in process.A follow up mdr will be submitted when additional information becomes available.The user and maintenance manual for the gi4000 esu states: "if any irregularity, abnormality, or substandard performance is discovered, do not use the unit.When in doubt, please contact steris customer service at 1-800-769-8226 or your local steris endoscopy electrosurgery specialist.Both the monopolar method and the argon method are monopolar outputs intended for use with a patient dispersive electrode.In order for all safety aspects of the gi4000 pad safe system (pss) to operate, sensing/split dispersive electrodes must be used.Non-sensing/non-split dispersive electrodes are acceptable if used with proper user care.The monopolar and bipolar receptacles on the gi4000 esu are compatible with devices from many different manufacturers.These devices should not be used beyond their manufacturer indicated peak voltage value.The maximum electrical voltage capacity of the monopolar/bipolar device is indicated on the device label or in the ifu provided by the device manufacturer.Steris endoscopy recommends the use of steris endoscopy monopolar and bipolar electrosurgical accessories with the gi4000 esu.".

Event Description

The user facility reported that during a patient procedure while using a pulse cut on their gi4000 esu, the patient experienced a perforation while being treated for pancreatitis.The procedure was not completed, and a metal stent was placed to help with the perforation.The patient was transferred to a hospital as a precaution and later that day it was noted that the patient was bleeding.Additional medical intervention was required to treat the patient.

Manufacturer Narrative

The returned device was fully evaluated; there were no issues with the function or operation of the device.The reported event could not be duplicated; therefore, no root cause could be determined.Steris will continue to monitor for similar events to ensure the product continues to perform as expected.

• Brand Name: GI4000 ELECTROSURGICAL UNIT
• Type of Device: ELECTROSURGICAL UNIT
• 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: 18335679
• MDR Text Key: 330606522
• Report Number: 1528319-2023-00049
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: GEI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00724995180256
• UDI-Public: 00724995180256
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: User Facility
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 12/15/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/15/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: G1110001
• Device Catalogue Number: G1110001
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 11/17/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Reuse
• Patient Sequence Number: 1