Catalog Number 137081 |
Device Problem
Difficult to Remove (1528)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 02/04/2020 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).The device has not been returned for investigation.Teleflex will continue to monitor and trend related events.
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Event Description
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It was reported that a clip was not easily detached from the applier after ligation during pretest.The applier was sent to our technical specialist, who determined it was unrepairable.The applier was purchased by the hospital within 1 year.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Qn#(b)(4).The dhr for the returned instrument was reviewed and found completely without any irregularities.This instrument was produced at the tecomet , inc.Kenosha wi facility as part of a (b)(4) pc.Lot in (b)(6)2018.Evaluation of the returned instrument shows that the tips are aligned in the open and closed position.Further evaluation shows that this instrument is able to pick-up, retain, close and release multiple clips both with and without the use of silastic test tubing.We are unable to replicate the alleged issue therefore we are unable to validate this complaint.All (b)(4) instruments from this lot were 100% visually inspected and function tested prior to release to customer as this is a standardized procedure at this facility for this product line.
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Event Description
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It was reported that a clip was not easily detached from the applier after ligation during pretest.The applier was sent to our technical specialist, who determined it was unrepairable.The applier was purchased by the hospital within 1 year.
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