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| Catalog Number |
MDS806850 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Activation Problem (4042)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
01/24/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that "the wheelchair breaks are not working for the wheelchair.The brakes pop right out of place.".
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The customer reported that the wheelchair brakes are not working and that the brakes pop right out of place.Photos and videos were provided; based on the photo evidence, the product appears to be in used condition due to dirt on the brake lever and wheel, and after reviewing the video it was discovered that the wheel lock will not stay locked on the left wheel.The investigation results were confirmed; given the evidence provided in the video the root cause of this issue is unknown.Quality control inspection records were reviewed, and the inspection results documented in these records did not identify any nonconformances that correspond to the defect reported in this complaint.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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