The user facility reported that the catheter from the listed epidural tray was in use with a patient when the catheter was found broken with its internal wire exposed.The reporter explained that the patient had been getting adequate anesthesia, but after the catheter became damaged, the patient was not receiving adequate pain relief.No permanent injury was reported.Additional information regarding potential medical intervention provided, and potential adverse health outcomes has been requested ; no information has been received at this time.
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