| Model Number |
A20710A |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Break (1069); Mechanical Jam (2983)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
06/25/2024
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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 the grasping forceps were broken between the handle and jaw, did not grasp.The issue occurred during reprocessing.There were no reports of patient harm.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The evaluation of the event is ongoing.Should additional relevant information become available, a supplemental report will be submitted.
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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, a definitive root cause could not be established.The suggested phenomenon was presumed to have been due to the application of excessive force as well as improper handling.There are no countermeasures necessary for the suggested phenomenon because the associated risk is acceptable.The manufacturer will monitor the occurrence rate in the context of the utilized quality management system.If necessary, the manufacturer will take action in the future.Olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.
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