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Investigation ¿ evaluation: it was reported by yen-ling huang of national taiwan university hospital (taiwan) that the catheter in a wayne pneumothorax tray (rpn: c-utpt-1400-wayne-112497; lot#: 14434574) separated.After the device was placed and the patient returned to the ward, it was discovered the catheter shaft was separated.As a result, the patient developed a pneumothorax and required an additional procedure to replace the device.Further communication with the customer noted the patient was bedbound.All lines were collected prior to moving and the patient was moved ¿gently¿.No other adverse events were reported due to this occurrence.Reviews of the complaint history, device history record (dhr), instructions for use (ifu), and quality control procedures, as well as a visual inspection of the returned device, were conducted during the investigation.Cook received one used catheter and two sealed devices from the same lot.A visual examination of the device found a break in the catheter that was 5cm from the hub.The other returned devices had no damage.Additionally, a document-based investigation evaluation was performed.In response to this incident, cook completed a review of the product device master record (dmr) and concluded that sufficient inspection activities are in place to identify this failure mode prior to distribution.Cook reviewed the device history record for lot 14434574 and all related subassembly lots and records no relevant non-conformances.A database search for complaints on the reported lot found no additional complaints reported from the field.The information provided upon reviews of the dmr, dhr, and device failure analysis, does not indicate the device was manufactured out of specification.There is no evidence of nonconforming material in house or in the field.Cook also reviewed product labeling.The instructions for use (ifu) c_t_waynemod_rev5 supplied with the complaint lot number were reviewed for information related to the reported failure.Per the ifu: ¿instructions for use¿ 11.Secure catheter in position at the entry site by using a bio-occlusive dressing or suturing if desired.12.The catheter and connected drain lines should be secured to the patient.Excessive tension on catheter connections (e.G., in instances of patient movement where the catheter is connected to a vacuum or drainage collection apparatus) may cause catheter/hub separation or accidental catheter dislodgment.To help prevent this from occurring, it is recommended to do one or both of the following: a.Secure the catheter hub to the patient¿s skin by placing tape, suture, or a catheter securement device at the location show in the illustration below.B.Form a strain relief loop in the connecting tube, as shown in the illustration below, and secure the loop to the patient¿s skin with tape, suture, or catheter securement device¿ how supplied¿ store in a dark, dry, cool place.Upon removal from package, inspect the product to ensure no damage has occurred.¿ based on the information provided, inspection of the returned device, and the results of the investigation, cook has concluded that component failure unrelated to manufacturing or design deficiencies contributed to the event.It is possible that the catheter got pinched, but it was noted the patient was bedbound and care was taken during patient transfer.It is also unknown if any force was exerted on the catheter.The appropriate personnel have been notified.Cook will continue to monitor for similar complaints.Per the risk assessment no further action is required.This report is required by the fda under 21 cfr part 803 and is based on unconfirmed information submitted by others.Neither the submission of this report nor any statement contained herein is intended to be an admission that any cook device is defective or malfunctioned, that a death or serious injury occurred, nor that any cook device caused, contributed to, or is likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury if a malfunction occurred.
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