Blank fields on this form indicate the information has previously been reported, is unknown or is unavailable.Device evaluation one used device was returned for evaluation.Visual inspection confirmed large amount of biomatter were present on the device.The device would not fully shut when pressed closed, which is likely the source of the leakage.It is likely that the biomatter around the device prevented the device prevented the trapdoor from shutting.Inspection of the used device showed that it was manufactured to specifications.Investigation a document-based investigation reviewed the following: instructions for use, quality control specifications and manufacturing instructions.There is no evidence to suggest the finished product was not made to specifications.The maintenance of the device while in use is outlined in the patient guide.Review of the device history record of the finished product was unable to be performed as the lot number for the device was not available.A complaint history search was also unable to be performed due to the lack of a lot number.Per the [quality engineering] risk assessment, no further action is required.Monitoring will continue to be performed for similar complaints.Conclusion based on the information provided, examination of the returned product, and the results of our investigation, a definitive root cause could not be determined.It is likely that the biomatter around the device prevented the device prevented the trapdoor from shutting which can possibly be attributed to the maintenance of the device or the patient condition.This report is required by the fda under 21 cfr part 803 and is based on unconfirmed information submitted by others.Neither the submission of this report nor any statement contained herein is intended to be an admission that any cook device is defective or malfunctioned, that a death or serious injury occurred, nor that any cook device caused, contributed to, or is likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury if a malfunction occurred.
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