A user facility reported to olympus that the device "got wet, was not working properly and shut off." the problem, as reported to olympus, occurred during a procedure.There was no patient injury or harm, associated with the problem, reported to olympus.
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This supplemental report is submitted to provide the results of the legal manufacturer¿s investigation and device history record (dhr) review.The dhr for the subject device was reviewed and it was verified the device was manufactured in accordance with documented specifications.The legal manufacturer performed an investigation.A conclusive root cause was not identified.The legal manufacturer determined the likely cause of the event was failure of the power supply unit due to water invasion, occurring when the user spilled water on the unit.The cause of the corrosion and debris in the video connector, found on the device evaluation, was likely due to user handling.As stated in the instructions for use, as a preventive measure, "after wiping with a piece of moistened gauze, dry the video system center thoroughly before using it again.If it is used while still wet, there is the risk of an electric shock.".
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