MAUDE Adverse Event Report: COOK ENDOSCOPY UTS PRECURVED ULTRA TAPER SPHINCTEROTOME; KNS, UNIT, ELECTROSURGICAL, ENDOSCOPIC (WITH OR WITHOUT ACCESSORIES)

Model Number	G22429
Medical Device Problem Codes	Use of Device Problem (1670); Failure to Align (2522)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
Date of Event	01/09/2019
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Occupation: non-healthcare professional.Investigation evaluation: our evaluation of the returned device confirmed the report of incorrect cutting wire orientation.During the laboratory analysis, the sphincterotome was advanced through a duodenoscope that is placed in a simulated biliary position.The duodenoscope has an accessory channel that is 4.2 mm in diameter (model number olympus tjf-160v).The catheter exited the endoscope with the cutting wire facing 12 o'clock.Prior to being bowed, the distal end entered the simulated papilla and the cutting wire was upside down facing the 6 o'clock direction.The device was then bowed and the cutting wire was facing 9 o'clock (appropriate orientation is approximately 11:00 - 1:00 o'clock).The sphincterotome catheter was subjected to a close visual examination and twisting of the tubing was not observed.A discrepancy or anomaly that could have contributed to the reported event was not found during our laboratory analysis of the returned product.The device history record for the lot number said to be involved was reviewed.A discrepancy or anomaly was not observed with the product that was released for distribution.Investigation conclusion: the responses to additional questions indicated that the user formed the distal end of the device manually.A contributing factor to improper orientation is if the distal end is shaped manually.The sphincterotome catheter is pre-curved and is provided with a pre-curved stylet in the distal tip of the catheter.This obviates the need for manual formation.The instructions for use contain the following comment: ¿note: do not apply manual pressure to tip or cutting wire of sphincterotome to influence orientation, as this may result in damage to device.¿ this is the most likely cause for the reported observation.Prior to distribution, all uts precurved ultra taper sphincterotomes are subjected to a visual inspection and functional test to ensure device integrity.A review of the device history record confirmed that the lot said to be involved met all manufacturing requirements prior to shipment.Corrective action: a review of the complaint history was conducted.The likelihood of occurrence is considered rare.Corrective action is not warranted at this time based on the quality engineering risk assessment.Quality assurance will continue to monitor for complaint trends and reassess the risk assessment results as post market feedback continues to become available.Additional comments regarding this report: based on the information provided that the tip of the sphincterotome was manually formed, a cook representative has been directed to contact the medical facility involved in an effort to promote further education and understanding related to appropriate usage of this product.
Event or Problem Description
During an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ercp), the physician used a cook uts precurved ultra taper sphincterotome.The thread was upside down [incorrect cutting wire orientation].They did not proceed with the device because the tip was bending in the wrong direction.One (1) prior to use device was also reported.A section of the device did not remain inside the patient¿s body.The patient did not require any additional procedures due to this occurrence.According to the initial reporter, the patient did not experience any adverse effects due to this occurrence.

• Brand Name: UTS PRECURVED ULTRA TAPER SPHINCTEROTOME
• Common Device Name: KNS, UNIT, ELECTROSURGICAL, ENDOSCOPIC (WITH OR WITHOUT ACCESSORIES)
• Manufacturer (Section D): COOK ENDOSCOPY; 4900 bethania station rd; winston-salem NC 27105
• MDR Report Key: 8345366
• Report Number: 1037905-2019-00070
• Device Sequence Number: 1098441
• Product Code: KNS
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00827002224292
• UDI-Public: (01)00827002224292(17)210308(10)W4041816
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: BE
• PMA/510(K) Number: K901443
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: company representative,foreig
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date (Section B): 01/21/2019

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 03/08/2021
• Device Model Number: G22429
• Device Catalogue Number: UTS-20M
• Device Lot Number: W4041816
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 02/07/2019
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/21/2019
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 02/15/2019
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1