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The customer reported about a 1.5 inch cut in the laparotomy t-drape, and the issue did not occur during use.A sample and photo were returned by the customer; the photo shows the device with a tear on the drape, and the sample was not in its original packaging and had an approximately one inch cut in the drape that went through multiple layers.A review of the contract manufacturer records, manufacturing process, and retained samples found no abnormalities or defects in their production, and analysis of complaint data determined there is no trend.Based on the results of the investigation, the complaint issue was confirmed and the product failed to meet specifications; the root cause of the cut could not be determined, and no further actions are being taken at this time.There were no reports of death, serious injury, medical intervention, or follow up care.It has been determined that the reported event could cause or contribute to serious injury if it were to occur again.In an abundance of caution, this is a reportable event.If additional information becomes available this report will be reopened and reevaluated.This medical device report (mdr) is being submitted as part of retrospective review activities, which include review of historical data in accordance with regulations at 21 cfr part 803.The information included in this mdr reflects the information reasonably known to the manufacturer at the time of this retrospective review and submission.
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