The reported event was confirmed as supplier related.Evaluation observed that dried iodine solution had leaked around the package.The pvi package was evaluated under the microscope and it was found that there was a void or channel at the edge of the pvi sachet causing the pvi solution to leak out.The potential root cause for this reported event could be error during the manufacturing process at supplier site.The device history record was reviewed and found nothing that could have caused or contributed to the reported event.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: "[storage method and expiration date] 1.Storage store in a dry, cool place away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight.2.Expiration date indicated on the direct package and the outer box." 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.
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