As the lot number for the device was provided, a review of the device history records will be performed.The sample was not returned to the manufacturer for inspection/evaluation.Therefore, the investigation of the reported event is inconclusive.Based upon the available information, the definitive root cause for this event is unknown.The instructions for use (ifu) is adequate for the reported device/patient code(s) and provides general instructions for use, as well as warnings, precautions and potential complications associated with the device.Upon receipt of new or additional information, a follow-up report will be submitted as applicable.(expiry date: 09/2024).Device not returned.
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H10: manufacturing review: the device history records have been reviewed and this lot met all release criteria.There was nothing found to indicate there was a manufacturing related cause for this event.Investigation summary: the sample was not returned to the manufacturer for evaluation.The instruction for re-sterilization process outlined within the instructions for use does not match exactly the rki guideline recommendations, the instructions provided within the instructions for use has been validated as being capable of preparing the tunneler for surgical use.Per the instructions for use, ¿it remains the responsibility of the processing facility to ensure that processing of the device before use/ reuse using appropriate equipment, materials, and personnel achieves the desired result.This requires verification and/or validation and routine monitoring of the process.Also rki is a set of guidelines.The verbiage within the rki guidelines states ¿recommended¿.Therefore, the investigation is unconfirmed for inadequate instructions for use issue as the provided information within the instruction for use is found to be adequate.A definitive root cause for the alleged inadequate operating instructions could not be determined based upon the provided information.Labeling review: a review of product labeling documentation (e.G., procedural instructions, indications, warnings, precautions, cautions, possible complications, contraindications, nursing guide, and unit label) did not find any product labeling inadequacy.H10: d4 (expiry date: 09/2024).H11:section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all of the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.H3 other text : device not returned.
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