| Model Number |
ML02-0117 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Use of Device Problem (1670)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Caustic/Chemical Burns (2549)
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| Date of Event |
11/02/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The lot of the reported product was not provided and the bottle subject of the event was not returned for evaluation.The duration of symptoms was not reported.Protective gloves were not worn while handling the rapicide pa high level disinfectant bottles and this likely contributed to the reported event.The following language related to safe handling of the rapicide pa high level disinfectant can be found on the sds, "causes skin irritation.Symptoms may include redness, edema, drying, defatting and cracking of the skin.Wash hands thoroughly after handling.Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.If on skin: wash with plenty of water.Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.If skin irritation occurs: get medical advice/attention." the sds was provided to the user facility which indicates the requirement for ppe during handling of rapicide pa high level disinfectant.No additional reports of adverse event or harm were received.Medivators will continue to monitor for similar events to ensure the product continues to perform as expected.
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Event or Problem Description
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The user facility reported that an employee was handling rapicide pa high level disinfectant without wearing gloves.They reported white marks on their right finger following handling of the disinfectant.Medivators was notified of the reported event through chemtrec.The user facility did not disclose if medical treatment was sought or administered.
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