MAUDE Adverse Event Report: NULL PORTEX EPIDURAL CUSTOM CONTINUOUS TRAYS; ANESTHESIA CONDUCTION KIT

Catalog Number A4219-17

Device Problem Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 05/30/2019

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that disconnection of the epidural catheter from the connection port occurred.The catheter and line were replaced to resolve the issues.No patient injury was reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

This mdr was generated under protocol (b)(4) as a result of warning letter cms# 617147.A device history record (dhr) review was conducted which indicated all inspections were completed and no issues were noted during manufacture.The device was received for evaluation.Visual and functional testing were performed.Visual inspection revealed that the catheters and connectors were not assembled.The connectors were in the fully engaged position (closed) upon receipt.Dimensional evaluation was conducted on the returned samples.All dimensions were found to be within specification.However, both assemblies failed to remain assembled when tested with 5n weight.While consideration may be made to account for the condition of the used samples prior to testing, the separation of the components confirmed the complaint.However, the root cause of the issue could not be determined.This issue will be monitored for any increase in occurrence.If the occurrence of this issue increases significantly, additional investigative action will be taken.Udi and report source are unknown.No product information has been provided to date.

• Brand Name: PORTEX EPIDURAL CUSTOM CONTINUOUS TRAYS
• Type of Device: ANESTHESIA CONDUCTION KIT
• Manufacturer (Section G): NULL
• MDR Report Key: 15589464
• MDR Text Key: 306172754
• Report Number: 3012307300-2022-23548
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: CAZ
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CA
• PMA/PMN Number: K781052
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,User Facility
• Reporter Occupation: Administrator/Supervisor
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 10/12/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 10/12/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 03/24/2021
• Device Catalogue Number: A4219-17
• Device Lot Number: 3799375
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 06/19/2019
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 09/28/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1