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Model Number 66024008 |
Device Problem
Defective Component (2292)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 02/10/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference number: (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that the patient was admitted to the hospital for hemiplegia and sequelae of cerebral infarction.On february 10, the nurse used the dressing to fix the catheter for picc and when the protective layer of the dressing was removed, it was found that the film layer was wrinkled and could not fix the catheter, and a new piece of the same batch number was opened, and this phenomenon happened again, then the third one was ok.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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We have now concluded our investigation into the reported complaint.The batch record was reviewed and it could be confirmed that the products had progressed through a satisfactory release process which involved testing the product against the requirements of the finished product specification.There was also no issue identified during the manufacturing process that could have caused or contributed to the complaint problem.A complaint history review, was performed for the product and event description, there have been similar instances reported in the past three years.Event occurred during patient treatment.The device intended for use in treatment was not returned for evaluation, therefore no functional evaluation could not be carried out, however comprehensive photographs were provided which did establish a relationship between the reported complaint and the device.It has not been possible however to establish the root cause of the issue.The investigation has been closed.No further actions by smith and nephew are deemed necessary at this stage.However, we will continue to monitor for any adverse trends relating to this product range.Smith and nephew acknowledge customer concern and are continually investigating ways to develop and improve our products.
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