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Ultrasound Bronchoscope

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FDA MAUDE adverse event data · 2016–2026

What the Data Shows About Ultrasound Bronchoscope

The FDA MAUDE database aggregates 3,881 adverse-event reports for Ultrasound Bronchoscope spanning the period from 2016 through 2026. Of these, 7 are classified as death reports, 325 as injury reports, and 3,549 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 3 distinct event types and 11 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 1,000 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 11 years of MAUDE data, with the peak single-year volume reaching 1,491 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.

3,881
Total Reports
7
Death Reports
325
Injury Reports
3,549
Malfunctions

Event Types

Malfunction 3,549 (91.4%)
Injury 325 (8.4%)
Death 7 (0.2%)

Patient Outcomes

3,555 (90.9%)
Required Intervention 150 (3.8%)
Other 135 (3.5%)
O 25 (0.6%)
R 22 (0.6%)
Death 8 (0.2%)
Hospitalization 8 (0.2%)
H 5 (0.1%)
Life Threatening 3 (0.1%)
L 1 (0.0%)
Congenital Anomaly 1 (0.0%)

Top Product Problems

No Display/Image 1,000
Detachment of Device or Device Component 587
Failure to Clean Adequately 342
Communication or Transmission Problem 287
Poor Quality Image 269
Break 251
Device Reprocessing Problem 207
Peeled/Delaminated 167
Microbial Contamination of Device 162
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem 88
Material Puncture/Hole 87
Material Split, Cut or Torn 62
Corroded 60
Material Rupture 58
Material Separation 58
Leak/Splash 50
Contamination 48
Display or Visual Feedback Problem 43
Material Deformation 38
Image Display Error/Artifact 37

Yearly Trend

16
2016: 16
17
2017: 15
18
2018: 37
19
2019: 23
20
2020: 149
21
2021: 134
22
2022: 367
23
2023: 717
24
2024: 627
25
2025: 1,491
26
2026: 305

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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.