It is reported by the customer, an unspecified procedure was performed using an ultrasonic probe.The procedure went great.Once the probe was removed from the patient it was taken to the reprocessing room, where it was noticed that the radial transducer (tip) was missing from the probe.The probe is stretched about 12 inches longer than their new one, and is much thinner.The sheath that the transducer sits in is not broken.An x-ray was performed on the patient and the transducer was not seen inside the patient.The customer confirmed there was no harm to the patient.Additional details regarding the patient and event have been requested.At this time, no additional information has been provided.
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