Reference record (b)(4).Catalog number is the international list number which is similar to us list number of (b)(4).The device involved in the event was discarded; therefore, a return sample evaluation is unable to be performed.Duodenitis and esophagitis are known complications of a peg tube/j-tube placement.If any further relevant information is identified or obtained, a supplemental medwatch will be filed.
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On (b)(6) 2018, a patient in (b)(6) underwent a procedure for the placement of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (peg) tube with jejunal (peg-j) tube.On (b)(6) 2019, the patient underwent an endoscopy, and it was discovered that the j-tube was clogged and knotted.It was also observed that the patient had esophagitis and duodenitis.The physician prescribed nexium for treatment.The j-tube was replaced on (b)(6) 2019.
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