| Model Number |
M00583050 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Break (1069); Material Integrity Problem (2978)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
09/01/2021
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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 exact date of the event is unknown.The provided event date (b)(6) 2021 was chosen as a best estimate based on the date that the manufacturer became aware of the event.The complainant was unable to provide the suspect device lot number; therefore, the lot expiration and device manufacture dates are unknown.(b)(4).The complainant indicated that the device was disposed and will not be returned for evaluation; therefore, a failure analysis of the complaint device could not be completed.If any further relevant information is identified, a supplemental medwatch will be filed.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported to boston scientific corporation that a hydratome rx 44 was used in the ampulla during an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ercp) with stone removal procedure.The exact procedure date was unknown.During the procedure, when they initiated energization for sphincterotomy, the cutting wire of the hydratome rx 44 broke.It was reported that no part of the cutting wire detached and fell into the patient.The procedure was completed with another of the same device.There were no patient complications reported as a result of this event.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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