It was reported that the balloon broke while inside of the patient involving an olympus dilator.The issue occurred during esophagogastroduodenoscopy with dilation procedure.No information regarding whether any pieces broke off inside the patient or if retrieval was required.The procedure was completed with an olympus back-up device.There was no patient reported harm.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The device was returned to olympus for inspection, and the reported failure was confirmed.Based on the results of the investigation, the probable cause of the reported failure is excessive mechanical stress applied to the device during use.A device history record review was completed, and no issues were identified.Should additional relevant information become available, a supplemental report will be submitted.Olympus will continue to monitor field performance for this device.