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It was reported that, upon opening a sterile arterial catheter kit, the anesthesiologist and nursing staff observed that the spring wire guide (swg) was kinked and bent.A second kit was opened and used to complete the procedure.The issue was identified prior to patient use, and the affected device was not used.There was no patient involvement and no patient injury, adverse health consequences, or clinically significant harm associated with this event.No additional medical intervention was required.
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