| Model Number |
WA2UR11A |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/02/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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To date, the device has not been returned to olympus for evaluation.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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The olympus representative reported (on behalf of the customer) that the ureteroscope distal tip broke off and had and vision blur.The issue was found during reprocessing.There were no reports of patient harm.
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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.The device was returned to olympus for evaluation.The customer's allegation was confirmed.Based on the results of the investigation, the event was likely due to incorrect handling by the customer.Light projectors emit a large amount of energy.Due to the heat, the connection between the cover glass and the fiber tube likely came loose.However, a definitive root cause could not be established.Olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.
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