MAUDE Adverse Event Report: OLYMPUS WINTER & IBE GMBH RESECTION SHEATH, 8 MM, FOR 8.5 MM/26 FR. OUTER SHEATH, ABS; RIGID ENDOSCOPE SHEATH

Model Number A42011A

Device Problem Crack (1135)

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

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

The device was returned and the evaluation found no additional reportable malfunctions other than those mentioned in b5.Should additional relevant information become available, a supplemental report will be submitted.

Event Description

It was observed that during the device evaluation, the rigid endoscope sheath's tip exhibited a peak crack.There were no reports of patient involvement.

Manufacturer Narrative

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, root cause could not be identified although it can be presumed that they were caused by thermal induced impact, wear and tear, improper handling, mechanical overload like fall, shock or similar stress.The events can be detected/prevented in accordance with the following instructions for use: warning infection control risk properly reprocess the product before first and each subsequent use following the instructions in this manual and in the system guide endoscopy.Improper and/or incomplete reprocessing can cause infection of the patient and/or medical personnel.4.1 inspection and testing inspecting the product visually inspect the product.Make sure that it has: -- no corrosion -- no dents -- no scratches ceramic insulation at distal end visually inspect the ceramic insulation at the sheath¿s distal end before each use.Do not use the instrument in case of damage (e.G.Cracks, fractures).Warning risk of injury impact, fall, shock or similar stress can damage the ceramic insulation at the sheath¿s distal end.Damaged instruments can cause injuries to the patient and/or user.Do not use the instrument if damaged.Damaged product if the product is damaged or does not function properly, contact an olympus representative or an authorized service center.Olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.

• Brand Name: RESECTION SHEATH, 8 MM, FOR 8.5 MM/26 FR. OUTER SHEATH, ABS
• Type of Device: RIGID ENDOSCOPE SHEATH
• Manufacturer (Section D): OLYMPUS WINTER & IBE GMBH; kuehnstrasse 61; hamburg, hamburg/de/germany 22045 ; GM 22045
• Manufacturer (Section G): OLYMPUS WINTER & IBE GMBH; kuehnstrasse 61; hamburg, hamburg/de/germany
• Manufacturer Contact: todd brill ; 800 west park drive; westborough, MA 01581 ; 5082077661
• MDR Report Key: 18696770
• MDR Text Key: 336518559
• Report Number: 9610773-2024-00438
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HIH
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: K931995
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Followup
• Report Date: 04/23/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 02/13/2024
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Other
• Device Model Number: A42011A
• Device Lot Number: 059W-0014
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 01/25/2024
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 04/23/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 09/21/2005
• 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