It was reported to boston scientific corporation that an rx cytology brush was used in the common bile duct during a endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ercp) procedure performed on (b)(6) 2014.According to the complainant, during the procedure, there was difficulty in extending the brush.The technician found that the handle connection broke off from the wire.The procedure was completed with this device.There were no patient complications reported as a result of this event.The patient's condition at the conclusion of the procedure was reported to be fine.
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Patient's exact age is unknown; however, it was reported that the patient was over the age of 18.The complainant was unable to report the lot number; therefore the manufacture date and expiration date are unknown.However, the complainant stated that the device was used prior to the expiration date.(b)(4).According to the complainant, the suspect device has been disposed and is not available for return.If any further relevant information is received, a supplemental mdr will be filed.
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