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(b)(4).Date sent: 7/27/2020.Batch # unknown.Investigation summary: as the device was not returned, an analysis investigation could not be performed.A conclusion could not be reached as to what may have caused or contributed to the event.The dhr review of the reported lot number confirmed that the product was produced accomplishing quality requirements and released according to established procedures.Attempts are being made to obtain the following information.To date no response has been provided.If further details are received at a later date a supplemental medwatch will be sent.Could you please explain what is the current patient status? how was the injury treated for patient ? will the patient need any follow-up? is this device available to be returned for evaluation? was the pad inspected before use? (e.G.For creases, voids, bubbles, etc.).Location of where the pad was applied on the patient (e.G.Arm, leg, back, etc.).Is there hair or skin folds in the pad applied location? what was the alignment of the pad and cord relative to the surgical site? (e.G.Was the corded side of the pad facing away from the surgical site?) was the patient¿s skin cleaned (e.G.Shaved, alcohol swabbed, etc.) prior to pad placement? was any substance (e.G.Lubricating jelly, conductive gel, etc.) used on or between the grounding pad and the patient¿s skin? was there any moisture under, around, or in the vicinity of the grounding pad that may have seeped between the pad and skin? what was the duration of the surgical procedure? what was the generator model? what was the generator power settings? is a photo of the affected site available? what was the size of the affected site? was the patient laying on the pad? was warming blanket used? how old is the patient? male or female? was the patient's skin dry? was the pad information provided? (e.G.Part number, lot number, etc.).Was the pad removed slowly as described in the instruction? what was the temperature and humidity of the pad stocked environment? response: there is no further information i can provide.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial report, a follow-up report will be filed as appropriate.
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