MAUDE Adverse Event Report: MEDOS INTERNATIONAL SÃ RL FUSLITEGU_OLYM-ACMI_3.5MMX3.0M; LIGHT SOURCE, FIBEROPTIC, ROUTINE

Catalog Number	242386
Medical Device Problem Codes	Break (1069); Use of Device Problem (1670)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	08/16/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an unspecified surgical procedure, it was observed that the light guide, olympus - acmi 3.5mm x 3.0 device had a missing attachment for the scope.During in-house engineering evaluation, it was determined that the female connector was missing on the device.Another like device was used to complete the procedure.There was patient involvement.There were no adverse consequences to the patient nor surgical delay reported.No additional information was provided.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
This report is being submitted in pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by depuy mitek or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, depuy mitek, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.Device was used for treatment, not diagnosis.H10 additional narrative: d4: the expiration date is currently unavailable.H4: the device manufacture date is currently unavailable.Investigation summary = > both photo and the complaint device were received and evaluated.Upon the photos review, it was noted that the device showed marks of wear, as usual in this type of reusable device.Also, it was observed that the cable did not have the female connector.The product was returned to mitek for evaluation.Mitek then conducted visual inspection of the device received.The complaint device was received and evaluated.On visual inspection it was observed that the device shows notable mark of wear, also it was noted that the female connector is missing.The observed condition was identified as an end of life indicator; damage consistent with repeated use and servicing.The lifecycle requirements of the device are event related and depend on the use and inspection of the device in clinical practice.As the device can be damaged on the first or 100th use, the device must be properly inspected prior to each surgical use.Refer to the device/country specific ifu for information related to end of life, reprocessing instructions, and inspection procedures.The overall complaint was confirmed as the observed condition of the fuslitegu_olym-acmi_3.5mmx3.0m would contribute to the complained device issue.Based on the investigation findings, the potential cause is traced to end of life.As per ifu: do not use a damaged or defective light cable.Inspect upon receipt, prior to each examination or procedure, and before sterilization.Therefore, it has been determined that no corrective and/or preventative action is required.As part of depuy synthes mitek quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.Additional monitoring for any potential safety signals will be conducted through complaint trending and other post-market safety surveillance activities.

• Brand Name: FUSLITEGU_OLYM-ACMI_3.5MMX3.0M
• Common Device Name: LIGHT SOURCE, FIBEROPTIC, ROUTINE
• Manufacturer (Section D): MEDOS INTERNATIONAL SÃ RL; chemin-blanc 38; le locle 02400 ; SZ 02400
• Manufacturer (Section G): MEDOS INTERNATIONAL SARL; chemin-blanc 38; le locle CH-24 00; SZ CH-2400
• Manufacturer Contact: kate karberg ; 325 paramount drive; raynham, MA 02767 ; 3035526892
• MDR Report Key: 20224898
• Report Number: 1221934-2024-03229
• Device Sequence Number: 20642961
• Product Code: FCW
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10886705028818
• UDI-Public: (01)10886705028818(10)WO199931
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: NM
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): Unknown
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 242386
• Device Lot Number: WO199931
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 09/02/2024
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 09/06/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 09/16/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): No
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Unknown
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown