Manufacturing review: the lot number was provided and the lot device history records have been reviewed.The lot met all release criteria.There was nothing found to indicate there was a manufacturing related cause for this event.This is the only complaint that has been reported for this corporate lot number to date.Investigation summary: two 14.5 fr d/l hemosplit 19 cm str hemodialysis catheters with surecuff was returned for evaluation.Visual, microscopic, tactile and functional evaluations were performed.The investigation is unconfirmed for catheter occlusion, as the sample elements of both devices were separately patent to infusion and aspiration and no leaks were observed.The definitive root cause could not be determined based upon available information.It is unknown if clinical or manufacturing procedures contributed to the reported event.Labeling review: a review of product labeling documents (e.G.Procedural instructions, indications, warnings, precautions, cautions, possible complications, contraindications, nursing guide, and unit label) showed that the product labeling is adequate.(expiry date 07/2019).
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