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Endoscope, Accessories, Image Post-Processing For Color Enhancement

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FDA MAUDE adverse event data · 2015–2026

What the Data Shows About Endoscope, Accessories, Image Post-Processing For Color Enhancement

The FDA MAUDE database aggregates 596 adverse-event reports for Endoscope, Accessories, Image Post-Processing For Color Enhancement spanning the period from 2015 through 2026. Of these, 0 are classified as death reports, 8 as injury reports, and 588 as malfunction reports under FDA adverse-event categorization rules. Report counts do not by themselves indicate a device is unsafe — widely used devices and longer market histories naturally generate larger raw counts, so proportional and comparative reads are more informative than totals alone.

The adverse-event profile breaks down across 2 distinct event types and 6 reported patient-outcome categories, giving a multi-dimensional view that goes beyond a single headline number. A total of 20 distinct product-problem codes appear in the reports, with No Display/Image topping the list at 132 reports. Reports are associated with 10 different manufacturers in the MAUDE record, reflecting both OEMs and repackagers of this device category.

Annual reporting volume is tracked across 12 years of MAUDE data, with the peak single-year volume reaching 201 reports — trend shape often reflects changes in device adoption, reporting rules, or FDA enforcement focus rather than underlying device behavior alone. Events are documented across 5 reported care-setting categories (hospital, home, ambulatory surgery center, etc.). All figures reflect the openFDA MAUDE snapshot last refreshed on . This page is informational and is not medical advice — discuss device-safety questions with your healthcare provider.

596
Total Reports
0
Death Reports
8
Injury Reports
588
Malfunctions

Event Types

Malfunction 588 (98.7%)
Injury 8 (1.3%)

Patient Outcomes

582 (97.3%)
Other 8 (1.3%)
O 2 (0.3%)
Disability 2 (0.3%)
Hospitalization 2 (0.3%)
Required Intervention 2 (0.3%)

Top Product Problems

No Display/Image 132
Erratic or Intermittent Display 60
Unintended Movement 59
Image Display Error/Artifact 58
Optical Problem 48
Break 46
Poor Quality Image 45
Product Quality Problem 34
Circuit Failure 18
Display or Visual Feedback Problem 13
Overheating of Device 11
Optical Obstruction 10
Data Problem 9
Unintended System Motion 8
Fluid/Blood Leak 7
Device Markings/Labelling Problem 6
Failure to Power Up 6
Optical Distortion 6
Computer Software Problem 5
Loose or Intermittent Connection 5

Yearly Trend

15
2015: 2
16
2016: 3
17
2017: 1
18
2018: 38
19
2019: 30
20
2020: 8
21
2021: 201
22
2022: 66
23
2023: 78
24
2024: 103
25
2025: 61
26
2026: 5

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Event Locations

400 (67.1%)
I 182 (30.5%)
HOSPITAL 10 (1.7%)
AMBULATORY SURGICAL FACILITY 2 (0.3%)
OTHER 2 (0.3%)

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Data Source

FDA Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database via the openFDA API. Reports are submitted by manufacturers, healthcare facilities, and patients. Report counts do not indicate a device is unsafe — higher-use devices naturally generate more reports.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the FDA MAUDE database. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.