Model Number 0644-020-01 |
Device Problems
Break (1069); Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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Patient Problems
Burn(s) (1757); Pain (1994)
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Event Date 01/31/2024 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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It was reported that during a procedure, a fiber burnt the finger of the surgeon.The surgeon reported the burn was painful and a little deep, but it healed, and he did not have to visit the emergency department.The burn site is still sensitive, especially when he has to hold on tight to a fairly hard surface.The procedure was completed using another fiber without patient complications.
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Event Description
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It was reported that during a procedure, a fiber broke at the point of entry into the scope, which burnt the finger of the surgeon.The surgeon reported the burn was painful and a little deep.He did not have to visit the emergency department.He treated the burnt area with cold water and an absorbent dressing for three weeks.The finger is now healed but the burn site is still sensitive, and painful under pressure.The procedure was completed using another fiber without patient complications.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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There was no device available for analysis; therefore, no physical or visual analysis of the product could be performed.The reported patient symptoms are a known risk associated with use of these devices as indicated in the instructions for use.Based on the information available, a conclusion code of known inherent risk of device was assigned to this investigation.
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Event Description
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It was reported that during a procedure, a fiber broke at the point of entry into the scope, which burnt the finger of the surgeon.The surgeon reported the burn was painful and a little deep.He did not have to visit the emergency department.He treated the burnt area with cold water and an absorbent dressing for three weeks.The finger is now healed but the burn site is still sensitive, and painful under pressure.The procedure was completed using another fiber without patient complications.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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