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This supplemental report is being submitted to provide the results of the final investigation.The device was returned to olympus for inspection and the reported failure was confirmed.A definitive root cause could not be identified.Based on the results of the investigation, it is likely the following led to the malfunction: this event was caused by a component failure of transducer receptacle.The cause of the transducer receptacle malfunction could not be determined.The instructions for use states the following in relation to the suggested phenomenon: 2 warnings and cautions 2.3 health hazards 2.3.2 general 2.Perform the prescribed inspections prior to first use and regularly thereafter to ensure continued satisfactory performance.Thoroughly inspect all electrical cables and probes before each use.Do not use if there is any evidence of deterioration.Replace if any damage or excessive wear is observed.Inspect the transducer plug pins, cord, and transducer body for mechanical damage (bent pins, cracks, etc.).After each use or prior to cleaning and sterilizing, carefully inspect the transducer and cable for tears, cracks, or other signs of damage.Do not use a shockpulse-se system that fails to meet the criteria stated in the labeling or that has been damaged.Otherwise, injury to the patient, personnel and/or an adverse effect on the procedure could result.Olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.
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