| Model Number |
8888160333 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Break (1069)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
09/15/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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An investigation is currently underway.Upon completion, the results will be forwarded.
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Event or Problem Description
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The customer reported that 10 cm of the 3.5fr catheter was left in the body when the physician extracted the catheter.There were no adverse reactions reported.Per additional information received, information about how the catheter part was left in the body, if all pieces were retrieved and medical intervention required is unknown.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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A used sample was received at the plant for the investigation.The device history record was reviewed and indicated that the product was released accomplishing all quality standards.Upon a visual evaluation of the sample, the defect was confirmed; the catheter was broken on its tube; split in two.A root cause analysis indicated that this complaint is user related.
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