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A70940A |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Crack (1135)
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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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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported, that during inspection for use for a diagnostic pharyngeal observation procedure.The lens of the rigid endoscope was broken.It was reported, that the event date was around (b)(6) 2024.When connecting it to the camera head, the lock was loose and the rigid endoscope was dropped.The cracked lens can be seen on the screen.The intended procedure was completed with the use of a similar device without delay.
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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 and device evaluation.The device was evaluated by olympus.And it was confirmed, that objective lens is broken.Additionally, there were non-reportable (non-pae) defects noted.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, it is likely, that the reportable malfunction occurred, due to the effect of an excessive mechanical force caused by an impact or fall.However, a specific root cause of the reportable malfunction could not be identified.Olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was returned, and the evaluation is ongoing.Should additional relevant information become available, a supplemental report will be submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was observed that during the device evaluation, the telescope "trueview ii", 4 mm, 0°, autoclavable exhibited that the objective lens was cracked.There were no reports of patient involvement.
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