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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, and although we could not specify the root cause of the suggested event, it is likely the defect was caused by physical stress due to bumping or dropping the distal end of the scope, or chemical stress due to the chemical solution used.Suggested event can be prevented in accordance with ifu.Operation manual for ltf-s190-10 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-s190-10 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 field performance for this device.
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