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Catalog Number UNK CHRONIC CATHETER |
Device Problems
Restricted Flow rate (1248); Material Opacification (1426)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 08/06/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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As the lot number for the device was not provided, a review of the device history records could not be performed.The sample was not returned to the manufacturer for inspection/evaluation.Therefore, the investigation of the reported event is inconclusive.Based upon the available information, the definitive root cause for this event is unknown.The instructions for use is adequate for the reported device/patient code(s) and provides general instructions for use, as well as warnings, precautions and potential complications associated with the device.Upon receipt of new or additional information, a follow-up report will be submitted as applicable.Device not returned.
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Event Description
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It was reported that some time post catheter placement, the catheter allegedly was opacified.It was further that flow of the port was reduced.There was no reported patient injury.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: manufacturing review: a manufacturing review was not requested as the lot number reported is unknown.Investigation summary: the physical device was not returned for evaluation.No photos were provided for review.Therefore, the investigation is inconclusive for the reported material opacification and restricted flow rate issue as no objective evidence was provided for review.The definitive root cause could not be determined based upon available information.Labeling review: a review of product labeling documentation (e.G.Procedural instructions, indications, warnings, precautions, cautions, possible complications, contraindications, nursing guide, and unit label) did not find any product labeling inadequacy.H11:section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all of the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.H3 other text : device not returned.
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Event Description
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It was reported that some time post catheter placement, the catheter allegedly was opacified.It was further reported that flow of the port was reduced.There was no reported patient injury.
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