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(b)(6).Occupation: unknown.Pma/510(k) #: exempt.Device not returned.Investigation - evaluation: it was reported to cook that a wayne pneumothorax set, c-utpt-1400-wayne-imh, from lot # 13072863, had a foreign fiber inside the package.This incident was reported by (b)(6) on (b)(6) 2020.The complaint was found at a distribution center, so no patient contact was made.No adverse effects were reported.A review of the complaint history, device history record (dhr), instructions for use (ifu) and quality control of the device was conducted during the investigation.The complaint device was not returned; therefore, no physical examinations could be performed.However, the user facility provided photos of the device in its packaging to cook for evaluation.From the supplied photos, a foreign fiber can be confirmed to be within the sealed packaging.These photos suggest that this device was manufactured out of specification.Additionally, a document-based investigation evaluation was performed.A review of the device master record (dmr) concluded that sufficient controls are in place to detect this failure mode prior to release.A review of the design history file (dhf) found that this product is both safe and effective for its intended use.A review of the device history record (dhr) for the reported complaint device lot (13072863) revealed no recorded non-conformances.A database search did not find any other events associated with the reported device lot.Based on the available information, cook has concluded that there is no evidence suggesting non-conforming product exists either in house or in field.Cook also reviewed product labeling.The product ifu, ¿wayne pneumothorax set for trocar placement,¿ provides the following information to the user related to the reported failure mode.How supplied: ¿supplied sterilized by ethylene oxide gas in peel-open packages.Intended for one-time use.Sterile if package is unopened or undamaged.Do not use the product if there is doubt as to whether the product is sterile.Store in a dark, dry, cool place.Avoid extended exposure to light.Upon removal from package, inspect the product to ensure no damage has occurred.¿ based on the information provided, no product returned, and the results of the investigation, a definitive root cause was traced to a deficiency in manufacturing/quality control.It is likely that the quality control step to check for foreign matter was not fully performed.The appropriate personnel have been notified.Cook will continue to monitor for similar complaints.Per the quality engineering risk assessment no further action is required.
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