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It was reported the black part of the handle of an ngage nitinol stone extractor was difficult to operate during a transurethral urinary stone removal procedure.The issue was found when the device was inserted in the body, and it was described as being heavy, not smooth and very difficult to use.The procedure was completed by using another same-like device.As section of the device did not remain inside the patient¿s body.The patient did not require any additional intervention due to this occurrence.The patient did not experience any adverse effects due to this occurrence.
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Blank fields on this form indicate the information is unknown, unavailable, or unchanged.Investigation ¿ evaluation: it was reported the black part of the handle of an ngage nitinol stone extractor was difficult to operate during a transurethral urinary stone removal procedure.The issue was found when the device was inserted in the body, and it was described as being heavy, not smooth and very difficult to use.The procedure was completed by using another same-like device.As section of the device did not remain inside the patient¿s body.The patient did not require any additional intervention due to this occurrence.The patient did not experience any adverse effects due to this occurrence.Reviews of the complaint history, device history record (dhr), instructions for use (ifu), manufacturer¿s instructions (mi), and quality control (qc) procedures were conducted during the investigation.Functional tests and visual inspection of the returned complaint device was also conducted.One device was returned for investigation with label only.Upon inspection no damage to the device was noticed.Handle was actuated, and the basket would not open/close.Additionally, a document-based investigation evaluation was performed.A review of the device master record (dmr) concluded that sufficient inspection activities are in place to identify this failure mode prior to distribution.A review of the device history record (dhr) found no related non-conformances reported for this incident.A complaint history database search showed no other related complaints associated with the failure mode for the complaint device lot.Because there are no related non-conformances, adequate inspection activities have been established, there is objective evidence that the dhr was fully executed, and no other lot related complaints that have been received from the field, cook has concluded that the device was manufactured to specification and that there is no evidence that nonconforming product exists in house or in field.Cook also reviewed product labeling; the ifu supplied with the device states the following in consideration of the reported failure mode: suggested handling instructions for extractors and forceps: caution: this device is conductive.Avoid contact with any electrified instrument.Caution: sterile if the package is unopened or undamaged.Do not use if package is broken.Caution: federal (u.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.Important: enclose device in sheath before removing from tray/holder.Important: excessive force could damage device.Store in a dark, cool, and dry place.Based upon the available information, inspection of the returned device, and results of the investigation, cook has concluded that the cause for the complaint could not be established.The appropriate personnel have been notified.Cook will continue to monitor for similar complaints per the risk assessment, no further action is required.This report is required by the fda under 21 cfr part 803 and is based on unconfirmed information submitted by others.Neither the submission of this report nor any statement contained herein is intended to be an admission that any cook device is defective or malfunctioned, that a death or serious injury occurred, nor that any cook device caused, contributed to, or is likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury if a malfunction occurred.
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