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It was reported that "device dislodged from suction catheter and remained in patient's abdominal cavity".It was reported about a week later, "the retained object was identified on radiologic imaging approx.2 weeks after dislodgement.The patient underwent a second surgery for removal.Device was removed without complication/ serious injury".It has been determined that the reported event caused or contributed to serious injury, therefore, this medwatch is being filed.If any further relevant information is identified or obtained, a supplemental medwatch will be submitted.
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