| Catalog Number |
PEG-24-PULL-I-S |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Collapse (1099)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/13/2025
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Investigation evaluation: a product evaluation was performed only by the pictures provided in response to this report because the product said to be involved was not provided to cook for evaluation.Per the photo provided we can see the lidstock with the label that has the rpn/lot number that matches the report.Without the product or substantial evidence to contradict the complaint, it is considered confirmed based solely on statements and photos describing the event.The device history record for the lot number said to be involved was reviewed.A discrepancy or anomaly was not observed with the product that was released for distribution.Investigation conclusion: we could not conduct a complete investigation because the product said to be involved was not returned for evaluation.A definitive cause for the reported observation could not be determined.Prior to distribution, all peg 24 percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy set - pull are subjected to a visual inspection and functional testing to ensure device integrity.A review of the device history record confirmed that the lot said to be involved met all manufacturing requirements prior to shipment.Corrective action: based on the quality engineering risk assessment no corrective action is warranted at this time.A review of the complaint history was conducted.Based on this review, the likelihood of this type of report is rare.Quality assurance will continue to monitor for complaint trends.
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Event or Problem Description
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In preparation for a peg placement, the physician chose a peg 24 percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy set: pull.While opening the kit, the trocar cannula was found faulty and the trocar needle plastic sheath was torn.This occurred prior to use; there was no impact to the patient.
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