| Model Number |
0036550 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Delivered as Unsterile Product (1421)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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During incoming inspection, the distributor rejected this device, 0036550, for an insufficient heatseal.There was no contact with the patient as this was found during incoming inspection.This will be reported as a malfunction with potential for injury upon reoccurrence.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Received one 0036550 in original packaging.Lot number was verified.Performed a visual inspection, there is a hole in the end of the packaging.The manufacturing documents from the device history record have been reviewed with special attention to the manufacturing and inspection of the product.The product released for distribution was found to have met all specifications prior to shipment.This is the only complaint for this lot number and failure mode within the past two years.(b)(4).Conmed encourages the inspection of all medical equipment, labeling and packaging prior to use.This issue will continue to be monitored through the complaint system to assure patient safety.
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