| Model Number |
NA-U401SX-4021 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Split, Cut or Torn (4008)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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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 that the single use aspiration needle sheath had sheared at the tip.The reported issue occurred during a therapeutic endobronchial ultrasound (ebus).There were no reports of patient harm.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The investigation is ongoing.A supplemental report will be submitted when the investigation is completed or if additional information becomes available.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was returned to olympus for evaluation/inspection.Based on the results of the investigation, the sheath is shearing at the tip of the sheath was identified.A definitive root cause could not be established.Should additional relevant information become available, a supplemental report will be submitted.Olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.
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Event or Problem Description
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No additional information received from the customer.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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