MAUDE Adverse Event Report: CONMED CORPORATION 1/4 INCH X 10 FEET SUCTION TUBING

Catalog Number 0036290

Device Problem Unsealed Device Packaging (1444)

Patient Problem Not Applicable (3189)

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Conmed corporation received two (2) "unopened" packages containing the 1/4" x 10' suction tubing.The two devices were evaluated in the quality packaging lab on 20-mar-2017.Visual examination of sample (1) found no seal transfer in the area of the complaint due to misaligned material during the sealing process of the form, fill and seal machine.Visual inspection of sample (2) found the seal transfer in the area of the complaint was less than 1/4".The adhesive transfer of less than 1/4" appears to be the result of part of the device being in the seal area during the sealing process of the form, fill and seal machine.Sample (2) packaging seal passed dye leak testing and confirmed no breach in sterility.Due to the open seal in sample (1) and therefore breach in sterility, this complaint is confirmed.This lot was manufactured on 4-nov-2015.A review of the manufacturing documents from the dhr/lhr has verified the devices were produced according to current and approved procedures and material specifications.Non-conformances regarding the product's identity, quality, safety, effectiveness or performance were not identified during manufacture.Of the lot containing (b)(4) units, there are no other similar complaints received.A two (2) year review of product history for this device showed a total of 22 complaints, involving 38 devices (28 confirmed or pending evaluation), including this complaint.During this same two (2) year time frame, over (b)(4) units were sold worldwide, making the occurrence rate for this reported failure mode 0.0003 percent.The reported packaging anomalies were obvious to the distributor and therefore prompted the return of the devices for evaluation and replacement.This failure mode is addressed in the risk documents.To date, there have been no serious injuries or death related to this reported problem.Nonetheless, to prevent future recurrences, an investigation has been initiated to address this issue.As with all medical devices, examination of packaging occurs multiple times prior to use (shipping/receiving, distribution, storage and prior to use).In addition, good clinical practice would include examination and verification of the product and its original packaging to ensure both are intact.If the product and its packaging have been opened/damaged or altered, do not use the product and contact the manufacturer immediately.

Event Description

The distributor in (b)(4) reported that during receiving and inspection of incoming products, two (2) packages containing 1/4" x 10' suction tubing were discovered with "insufficient heat seal." in this instance, there was no patient involvement with this reported problem, as the packaging anomaly was discovered during inspection at the distributor facility prior to distribution to an end-user.This report is being filed based on the potential for injury with recurrence.

• Brand Name: 1/4 INCH X 10 FEET SUCTION TUBING
• Type of Device: SUCTION TUBING
• Manufacturer (Section D): CONMED CORPORATION; 525 french road; utica NY 13502 5994
• Manufacturer (Section G): CONSOLIDATED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT COMPANY; ave. alejandro dumas no. 11321; complejo industrial chihuahua; chihuahua, CP 11 36; MX CP 1136
• Manufacturer Contact: rachel schott ; 525 french road; utica, NY 13502-5994
• MDR Report Key: 6443609
• MDR Text Key: 71217512
• Report Number: 3007305485-2017-00081
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: BYY
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00653405000474
• UDI-Public: (01)00653405000474
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: distributor,foreign
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Remedial Action: Other
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 03/29/2017

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 03/29/2017
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: No Information
• Device Expiration Date: 11/02/2020
• Device Catalogue Number: 0036290
• Device Lot Number: 201511045
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 03/13/2017
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 03/20/2017
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 11/04/2015
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1