| Model Number |
802416 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Misassembled (1398)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199); No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.The device was not returned.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the eyelets of the catheters were too far forward; the patient was not able to use them.It was also noted that the catheters seem to be refurbished.No medical intervention was reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was not returned for evaluation.A potential root cause could be ¿operator/machine error¿ which resulted in difficulty inserting catheter due to weakened tip.The device history record was reviewed and found nothing that could have caused or contributed to the reported event.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: "warnings: ¿ on latex and red rubber catheters, do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage latex.¿ visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.¿ reuse and/or repackaging may create a risk of patient or user infection, compromise the structural integrity and/or essential material and design characteristics of the device, which may lead to failure, and/or to injury, illness or death of the patient." h11:section a through f - the information provided by bd 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 bd.H3 other text : the device was not returned.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the eyelets of the catheters were too far forward; the patient was not able to use them.It was also noted that the catheters seem to be refurbished.No medical intervention was reported.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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