| Model Number |
T3905 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Separation (1562)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
08/20/2023
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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 evaluation and the customers allegation was confirmed.It was noted that the gripping surface was peeling.The investigation is ongoing.A supplemental report will be submitted upon completion of the investigation or if any additional information is provided by the user facility.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported to olympus, that the sonosurg curved scissors tissue pad part had a worn out tip and was unuable.The issue was found during a therapeutic procedure and it was complted with a similar device.It was noted that the device was used for the second time.There were no reports of patient harm associated with this 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 reported issue.Based on the results of the investigation, the grasping section might have been closed without grasping anything in between the grasping section and the distal end of the probe when the ultrasonic output was repeatedly activated, or it was not possible to confirm whether the tissue was completely resected when the ultrasonic output was repeatedly activated.These reasons might have been contributed to the worn out and peeling of the grasping surface.A definitive root cause cannot be identified.The event can be prevented by following the instructions for use which state: "do not activate output when closing the instrument and nothing is grasped between the grasping section and the probe, or when it is not possible to confirm that the tissue being grasped has been completely resected.Otherwise, abnormal heat generated by friction between the grasping section and the probe may damage the grasping section, or cause it to detach or premature wear in the grasping surface." olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.
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