Reference record (b)(4).Catalog number is the similar us list number, the international list number is unknown.The device involved in the event remained implanted in the patient; therefore, a return sample evaluation is unable to be performed.A buried bumper is a known complication of a peg tube placement.If any further relevant information is identified or obtained, a supplemental medwatch will be filed.
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On (b)(6) 2017, a patient in netherlands underwent a procedure for the placement of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (peg) tube with jejunal (peg-j) tube.On (b)(6) 2019, the patient was hospitalized due to suspicion of the j-tube being mis-positioned.On (b)(6) 2019, the patient had an x-ray to check the tubing placement, and a buried bumper was discovered.The patient remained in the hospital while awaiting the tubing to be removed.
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