(b)(4) follow up for device evaluation.It was reported the flush tip broke off.To aid in the investigation, one empty sample with no packaging flow wrap together with a stopcock was received for evaluation by our quality team.A visual inspection was performed, and the syringe barrel has the luer tip missing.The missing tip is in the stopcock.No other defects or imperfections were observed.This defect could occur if, during connection of the syringe to the stopcock, extra torque was applied inducing the symptom.A device history record review was completed for provided material number 306546, lot 3271836.The review did not reveal any detected quality issues during the production of this lot that could have contributed to the reported defect.There were no related quality notifications.All processes and final inspections complied with specification requirements.To date, there have been no other similar events reported for this lot.Based on the investigation and with the returned sample analysis the symptom reported by the customer is confirmed.
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