This supplemental report is being submitted to provide additional information.Olympus medical systems corp.(omsc) could not investigate the subject device, because the subject device was not returned to omsc.Device history record review indicates that the product was manufactured and tested in accordance with all applicable procedures and met all final product release criteria.Since the subject device was not returned to omsc, the exact cause was unknown.Omsc surmised that the adhesive around the light guide lens has peeled off and a gap has been created, from which dirt has invaded the inside of the light guide lens.Omsc surmised the following as the cause of the adhesive peeling off.- during cleaning, etc., the adhesive was peeled off due to the application of external force such as strong rubbing on the relevant part.- during long-term use, the adhesive deteriorated and peeled off by repeatedly rubbing the relevant part.
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