MAUDE Adverse Event Report: COOK IRELAND LTD BIGOPSY BACKLOADING BIOPSY FORCEPS; FCL FORCEPS, BIOPSY, NON-ELECTRIC

Catalog Number	BLB-024115
Medical Device Problem Codes	Difficult to Open or Close (2921); Material Twisted/Bent (2981)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	02/24/2022
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
Backloading ok but the forceps did not open up properly.Lab evaluation date 11 mar 2022: visual inspection: kink observed approx 3.5 cm from proximal tip of the device.Functional inspection: jaws would not open/close.A section of the device did not remain inside the patient¿s body.The patient did not require any additional procedures due to this occurrence.According to the initial reporter, the patient did not experience any adverse effects due to this occurrence.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Investigation is still pending, a follow up mdr will be submitted to include the investigation conclusions.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Device evaluation: 1 x blb-024115 of lot number c1862538 was returned to cirl for a lab evaluation.It was returned open and in its original packaging.Lab evaluation: the device involved in the complaint was evaluated in the laboratory on 11 mar 2021.The returned device lab examination findings and observations can be referred through attachments.In summary the following results were observed in the lab evaluation.Lab evaluation date: 11 mar 2022.Visual inspection: kink observed approx 3.5 cm from proximal tip of the device.Functional inspection: jaws would not open/close.Image review: n/a.Documents review including ifu review: prior to distribution blb-024115 devices are subjected to a visual inspection and functional checks to ensure device integrity.These inspections and functional checks are outlined in internal procedures in place at cirl.A review of the manufacturing records for blb-024115 device of lot number c1862538 did not reveal any discrepancies that could have contributed to the issue.There is no evidence to suggest that this issue affects the entire lot # c1862538; upon review of complaints this failure mode has not occurred previously with this lot # c1862538.The instructions for use, ifu0034 which accompanies this device instructs the user in step 3 to ¿after the handle is attached, ensure the operation of the biopsy cups before surgical introduction.Biopsy cups default to the closed position.To open the biopsy cups pull the finger spool towards the thumb ring.To close, push the finger spool forward.Note: biopsy cups need to be in the closed position before surgical introduction.¿ according to instructions for use, ifu0034 , the user is given the following advice: "if the package is opened or damaged when received, do not use.Visually inspect the product to ensure no damage is occurred.If abnormality is detected that would prohibit working condition, do not use".The instructions for use, ifu0034 which accompanies this device instructs the user in step 6 ¿ at the completion of the procedure, detach the handle according to instructions as follows: a) with the button depressed, retract the finger spool over the button.B) secure handle in this position by releasing the button (fig.2) the forceps shaft may now be removed from the handle.¿ and in step 7 ¿ remove bigopsy forceps from endoscope.¿ there is not sufficient evidence to suggest that the user did not follow the ifu.Root cause (possible): a definitive root cause could not be determined as the circumstances of use cannot be replicated in the laboratory.The s/s coiled wire was found to be kinked at approximately 17cm along the wire and this resulted in the forceps jaws being unable to open and close correctly.A possible cause of this kinked to the s/s coil wire could be attributed to damage sustained during preparation, use or handling of the device, however, this cannot be conclusively determined.Summary: complaint is confirmed as the failure was verified in the laboratory.According to the information reported, the patient did not experience any adverse effects or additional procedures due to this occurrence.Complaints of this nature will continue to be monitored for potential emerging trends.
Event or Problem Description
Supplemental follow-up report is being submitted due to the completion of the investigation and an update to the investigation conclusions on the 22-jul-2022.

• Brand Name: BIGOPSY BACKLOADING BIOPSY FORCEPS
• Common Device Name: FCL FORCEPS, BIOPSY, NON-ELECTRIC
• Manufacturer (Section D): COOK IRELAND LTD; o halloran road; limerick
• Manufacturer (Section G): COOK IRELAND LTD; o halloran road; national technology park; limerick
• Manufacturer Contact: sinead o'leary ; o halloran road; national technology park; limerick
• MDR Report Key: 13886232
• Report Number: 3001845648-2022-00171
• Device Sequence Number: 1545420
• Product Code: FCL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10827002482408
• UDI-Public: (01)10827002482408(17)240830(10)C1862538
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• PMA/510(K) Number: CLASS I N/A
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 07/22/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 08/30/2024
• Device Catalogue Number: BLB-024115
• Device Lot Number: C1862538
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 03/03/2022
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Distributor Facility Aware Date: 02/24/2022
• Event Location: Hospital
• Type of Report(Section G): Initial
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/24/2022
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/24/2022
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 03/24/2022
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 08/18/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/30/2021
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown