Device Problem
Material Protrusion/Extrusion (2979)
Patient Problem
No Patient Involvement (2645)
Event Date 11/05/2020
Event Type
Malfunction
Manufacturer Narrative
The device referenced in this report has not yet been returned to olympus for physical evaluation (although it is expected to be returned).
The definitive cause of the customer's experience can not be determined at this time.
This report will be updated upon completion of the investigation and/or should additional relevant information be provided.
Event Description
It is reported while reprocessing a visera cysto-nephro videoscope, metal was sticking out of the pinholes in the bending rubber (sticking out of a braid or wire) when being cleaned using a pressure blowout.
The outer lining of the device is torn and wiring exposed.
There was no patient involvement.