Catalog Number PV2015L20-N |
Device Problems
Fracture (1260); Leak/Splash (1354)
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Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Event Date 09/02/2014 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported catheter was returned for investigation.The reported problem could be confirmed.The appearance of the present cracks as well as the breaking behavior during stress tests pointed to the root cause use of application of organic disinfectants.As this is not indicated according to the product's ifu this is seen as an off-label use.Please note, this event is being filed as a retrospective mdr as a result of a review of our complaint database.
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Event Description
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It was reported that after a successful placement of a picco catheter on a patient, the physician found leakage on the extension line.Visual inspection showed a crack on the plastic part of the connector.There was no known impact or consequence to patient.(b)(4).
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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