It was reported that during routine testing, it was discovered that the cord on the foot control device was frayed; and that the wires were exposed.There was no patient involvement reported.There were no reports of injuries, medical intervention or prolonged hospitalization.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental medwatch report will be submitted accordingly.
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The actual device was returned for evaluation.Reliability engineering evaluated the device.An assessment was performed on the device which found that the cord was torn exposing the wires.Therefore, the reported condition was confirmed.The assignable root cause was determined to be due to mishandling.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial medwatch, a follow-up medwatch will be filed as appropriate.
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