| Model Number |
00711177 |
| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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| Date of Event |
04/24/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device subject of this event was not retained by the user facility for evaluation.Without a returned device, the cause of the problem could not be determined.The device history record was reviewed and confirmed the device was manufactured to specification.There have been no other complaints associated with this lot.The instructions for use include the following statements: "excessive force or coiling may damage the device or damage the endoscope and may result in accidental injury to the patient or clinician.The following conditions may cause the device to function improperly: advancing the handle to the open position with too much speed or force.Attempting to pass or open the device in an extremely articulated endoscope.Attempting to actuate the device in an extremely coiled position.Actuating the device when the handle is at an acute angle in relation to the sheath." steris endoscopy has requested that the distributor offer in-service training to the user facility.No further issues have been reported.
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Event or Problem Description
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The distributor reported that the control wire of a raptor grasping device broke during procedural use.The jaws of the device were left in an open position and it could not be withdrawn through the endoscope, requiring removal and replacement of the endoscope to complete the patient procedure.A procedural delay was reported as a result of this event.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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