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It was reported in mw5089137 that a heparin needle did not secure to a 30ml syringe component.Reportedly, the problem/issue allows the heparin needle to separate from the syringe during use.During follow up, the reporting facility indicated that the problem/issue was identified prior to patient use.To date, no information has been received to indicate that a user or a patient experienced a death, serious injury, medical intervention, follow-up care, or other adverse health impact associated with the reported problem/issue.No sample was returned for evaluation and a root cause was unable to be determined.Due to the reported problem/issue, and in an abundance of caution, this medwatch is being filed.If additional relevant information becomes available a supplemental medwatch will be filed.
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