Reference record (b)(4).Catalog number is the international list number which is similar to us list number of 062912.The device involved in the event was not returned and remained implanted in the patient; therefore, a return sample evaluation is unable to be performed. peritonitis is a known complication of a peg tube placement.(b)(4).If any further relevant information is identified or obtained, a supplemental medwatch will be filed.
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On (b)(6) 2021, a patient in (b)(6) underwent a procedure for the placement of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (peg) tube.After the peg implantation, the patient experienced a peritonitis.On (b)(6) 2021, the patient initiated intravenous antibiotic unasyn 3g (ampicillin sodium 2g/ sulbactam sodium 1g) three times a day, for the treatment of peritonitis.The patient was also diagnosed esophagitis thrush that was treated with antifungal, fluconazole.
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