MAUDE Adverse Event Report: OLYMPUS WINTER & IBE GMBH INNER SHEATH, FOR 26 FR. OUTER SHEATH, WITH A22085A; HYSTEROSCOPE (AND ACCESSORIES)

Model Number A22040T

Device Problems Break (1069); Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)

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

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported during a transurethral resection of the prostate (turp), the distal end of the inner sheath detached inside the patient.The doctor tried to remove it during the procedure but was unsuccessful.The patient was referred to another hospital where the fallen piece was retrieved.

Manufacturer Narrative

The investigation is ongoing.A supplemental report will be submitted upon completion of the investigation or if any additional information is provided by the user facility.

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.It has been over 12 years since the subject device was manufactured.Based on the results of the investigation, the reported event was likely caused by thermos-mechanical fatigue, wear/tear, and/or improper handling.However, the root cause could not be determined.The event can be detected/prevented by following the instructions for use (ifu) which state: ¿chapter 4 ¿ 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).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.¿ this supplemental report includes a correction to b5 and g2 to provide information that was inadvertently not included in the initial medwatch.Also, information has been added to h4.Olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.

Event Description

It was reported that prior to the patient being transferred to another hospital to retrieve the fallen device piece from the bladder, the inner sheath was replaced, and the transurethral resection of the prostate (turp) was completed.During the turp, there was an unspecified procedural delay while the patient was under general anesthesia in an attempt to troubleshoot the issue.Currently, the patient is reportedly in a perfect state of health and both hospitals are conducting follow up with him.

• Brand Name: INNER SHEATH, FOR 26 FR. OUTER SHEATH, WITH A22085A
• Type of Device: HYSTEROSCOPE (AND ACCESSORIES)
• Manufacturer (Section D): OLYMPUS WINTER & IBE GMBH; kuehnstrasse 61; hamburg, hamburg 22045 ; GM 22045
• Manufacturer (Section G): OLYMPUS WINTER & IBE GMBH; kuehnstrasse 61; hamburg, hamburg
• Manufacturer Contact: todd brill ; 800 west park drive; westborough, MA 01581 ; 5082077661
• MDR Report Key: 18803300
• MDR Text Key: 336488415
• Report Number: 9610773-2024-00565
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: HIH
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: SP
• PMA/PMN Number: K931995
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 03/19/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 02/28/2024
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: A22040T
• Device Lot Number: 11XW0031
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 03/19/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 10/19/2011
• 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
• Patient Outcome(s): Hospitalization; Required Intervention