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This supplemental report is being submitted to provide the results of 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.It has been over six (6) years since the subject device was manufactured.Based on the investigation results, distal end objective lens peeled off, could not be identified.We could not specify the root cause of the suggested event.Although it was not possible to determine the cause of the occurrence from the information obtained, it is possible that it was caused by physical stress from bumping the distal end of the scope or dropping the distal end, or chemical stress from the chemical solution used.The events can be detected and prevented in accordance with the following sections of the instructions for instructions for use: ¿operation manual for ltf-190-10-3d important information ¿ please read before use ¦ dangers, warnings, and cautions: do not strike, hit, or drop the endoscope¿s distal end, rigid portion, bending section, control section, universal cord, video connector, or light guide connector.Also, do not bend, pull, or twist the endoscope¿s distal end, rigid portion, bending section, control section, universal cord, video connector, or light guide connector with excessive force.The endoscope may be damaged and could cause patient injury, burns, bleeding, and/or perforations.It could also cause parts of the endoscope to fall off inside the patient.Reprocessing manual for ltf-190-10-3d 3.1 compatibility summary methods listed as ¿compatible¿ in table 3.1 and table 3.2 are compatible for routine use only when used according to manufacturer¿s instructions.Repeated use and reprocessing of endoscopes and accessories lead to gradual wear and tear.Furthermore, reprocessing methods that employ higher temperatures and more caustic/corrosive materials may lead to faster deterioration.In general, sterilization processes are harsher on equipment than disinfection processes.Before each patient procedure, inspect the endoscope and accessories for damage, according to the instructions described in this manual and its companion ¿operation manual¿.¿ olympus will continue to monitor the field performance for this device.
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