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The information provided by bard represents all of the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bard.The device has not been returned to the manufacturer, at this time, for evaluation.A lot history review (lhr) of huaq2174 showed no other similar product complaint(s) from this lot number.The device has yet to be returned for evaluation.
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\the following were reviewed as part of this investigation: patient severity, frequency analysis, applicable previous investigation(s), sample (if available), applicable fmea documents, labeling, and applicable manufacture records.Based on a review of this information, the following was concluded: the complaint of a tear in the button replacement device was confirmed, but the exact mechanism of damage was undetermined.One 24f x 3.4cm button replacement device was returned for investigation.There was a complete tear in the button shaft at the distal surface of the external bolster.The external bolster and strap were not returned for investigation.The proximal end of the tube was uneven.A portion of the cross section was uneven, but smooth and granular.A portion of the cross section exhibited striations that resembled beach marks.It appeared that the tear developed over time.The device exhibited evidence of use.At this time, based on the condition of the returned sample, it appears that the damage occurred during use, but the exact mechanism of damage could not be determined.Potential contributing factors include tension on and manipulation of the external bolster.A lot history review (lhr) of huaq2174 showed no other similar product complaint(s) from this lot number.
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