| Model Number |
43304 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Fluid/Blood Leak (1250)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
02/08/2024
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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 after the picc dressing was moist, the primary route was observed with medication exiting through the insertion, and the secondary route was observed with good infusion.The catheter was pulled and a hole in the primary route was found.There was a need to remove the catheter.The catheter was not externalized.There was no harm reported.Additional information was received from the customer and stated that the catheter was not out.The catheter was leaking inside the patient`s vein.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The lot number was provided, and the device history record (dhr) was reviewed indicating that the product was released accomplishing all quality standards.As part of our manufacturing process, all device history records are reviewed and approved by quality, prior to release of product.A sample was not received for the investigation.Because a sample was not returned, we were unable to perform a follow up investigation to include functional and visual evaluations to confirm the issue and root cause analysis.At this time, a corrective and preventive action is not deemed necessary.We will keep monitoring the process for any adverse trends that require immediate attention.This complaint will be used for qa tracking and trending purposes.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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