According to the customer, during a laparoscopic procedure, a ruler from the surgical pack was used.Upon removal of the device from the patient, a piece was noted to be missing.The surgical staff did not locate the piece and it was decided not to perform procedure.A sample has been requested to be returned for evaluation.It has been determined that the reported event caused or contributed to serious injury, therefore, this medwatch is being filed.If any further relevant information is identified or obtained, a supplemental medwatch will be submitted.
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