Model Number WOUND CARE-UNKNOWN SURGICAL COVER DRESSI |
Device Problem
Difficult to Remove (1528)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Based on the available information, this event is deemed to be a reportable malfunction.Additional information has been requested, however to date no additional information has been received.The lot number was not provided. therefore, we are unable to determine the specific manufacturing site. should additional information become available, a follow-up report will be submitted.(b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported the dressing was difficult to remove after being in place 3-5 days post operation for a total hip arthroplasty (exact location unknown).The dressing was removed using alcohol and gauze.It was further reported that the adhesive felt stronger and more aggressive resulting in pain for the patient.The patient¿s incision is closed with staples and no injections or surgical glues were used prior to closure of the surgical wound.They informed that the dressing is not warmed prior to application, nor is it stretched or applied under tension.No harm was reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Aquacel/ aquacel ag surgical cover dressing.Dressing, wound, hydrophilic.No lot number is available.A detailed investigation or batch review cannot be conducted.Therefore, this evaluation will be closed.This issue will be monitored through the post market product monitoring review process.No additional information has been received to date.Should additional information become available, a follow-up report will be submitted.Fda registration number: (b)(4).
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Event Description
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To date no additional patient or event details has been received.
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