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The device was returned and evaluated, and the customer¿s allegation was confirmed.There were no additional findings.The investigation is ongoing, and a supplemental report will be submitted upon completion of the investigation or if any additional information is provided.
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This report is being supplemented to provide additional information based on the legal manufacturer's final investigation.The device was manufactured in september 2014, but the specific date is unknown.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 damage which occurred was most likely due to user mishandling during device reprocessing, such as impact/dropped.As a ceramic material is brittle in nature, all ceramic tips are susceptible to fracture even though a more robust re-design has been implemented.Potential damage to distal tip is addressed in the device instructions for use which state: "study this manual and other labeling thoroughly for safe handling, storage and usage, including instructions for all generators and accessories.Failure to properly follow the instructions, warnings, and cautions may lead to serious surgical consequences or injury to the patient.Misuse of instruments can cause injury to the patient and could have an adverse effect on the procedure being performed.Do not drop instruments, or allow them to be struck by other objects." " do not use an instrument that fails to meet the criteria stated in the labeling or that has been damaged.Damage may result in the loss of the entire ceramic tip or fragments of the ceramic tip.If there is evidence of charring, burn spots, chips or cracks in the ceramic tip or surrounding area, do not use." olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.
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