| Model Number |
FB-19K-1 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Contamination (1120); Difficult to Open or Close (2921)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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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 was returned for investigation.Upon evaluation of the device, foreign matter was adhered to the forceps.The investigation is ongoing; therefore, the root cause of the reported event cannot be determined at this time, however, if additional information becomes available, this report will be supplemented accordingly.
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Event or Problem Description
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The customer reported the biopsy forceps cup failed to open.The event occurred during preparation for use and a similar device was used to complete the operation.There was no patient harm or user injury reported due to the event.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This report is being supplemented to provide additional information based on the legal manufacturer's final investigation.A review of the device history record found no deviations that could have caused or contributed to the failure of the biopsy cups to open and close.A definitive root cause for this issue was not established.However, it is probable that issue occurred because the linking mechanism was insufficiently lubricated.The occurrence of the reported problem can be prevented by adhering to the instructions for use (ifu), which state the following: reprocess the instrument immediately after use by immersing it in a neutral, low-foaming, medical-grade detergent solution, then following the cleaning and sterilization procedures in this chapter.Failure to reprocess the instrument immediately after use, or using another type of detergent may cause corrosion at the instrument¿s distal end.This could cause components to fall off during use and may interfere with operation of the cups.·when inserting the instrument into the endoscope, hold it close to the biopsy valve or t-plug and keep it as straight as possible relative to the biopsy valve or t-plug.Otherwise, the insertion portion could be damaged.Lubrication: 1.Immerse the insertion portion in the lubricant for 2 to 3 seconds.2.Remove the instrument from the lubricant.3.Operate the slider to open and close the cups two or three times.4.Wipe the exterior of the instrument with a clean, dry lint-free cloth and allow the instrument to air dry.¿ olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.
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