Model Number 35615 |
Device Problem
Device Contaminated During Manufacture or Shipping (2969)
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Patient Problem
No Patient Involvement (2645)
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Event Date 09/24/2019 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that foreign matter was present inside the packaging.An accustick was selected for use in a nephrostomy procedure.Upon unpacking the device, an eyelash was found inside the sterile packaging.The physician opened another device to complete the procedure.The patient experienced no harm as the compromised device was not used.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device analysis by mfr: the returned device consisted of an accustick.Only the unused guidewires were returned for analysis, both guidewires returned in its sealed pouch.The heat seal runs throughout the entire length of the pouch without any damage.One hair was observed inside the pouch.
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Event Description
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It was reported that foreign matter was present inside the packaging.An accustick was selected for use in a nephrostomy procedure.Upon unpacking the device, an eyelash was found inside the sterile packaging.The physician opened another device to complete the procedure.The patient experienced no harm as the compromised device was not used.
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