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The customer reported the iv start kit tegaderm does not peel off correctly and is un usable.A sample was received for investigation; 10 opened iv start kits were received, all 10 dressings were checked, and on all of them the paper frame was detached from the dressing itself so they could no longer be used or placed.Per the investigation and sample received, the reported issue was confirmed; the vendor and the cause of this issue were confirmed, and the issue derives from the raw materials process when the force between frame liner and the film is too weak.Medline is working with the component manufacturing facility for further evaluation and corrective actions, and division to monitor for trending purposes.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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