Device Problems
Device-Device Incompatibility (2919); Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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Patient Problems
Abrasion (1689); Bone Fracture(s) (1870); Pain (1994)
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Event Date 05/28/2019 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Unique identifier: udi not required there are no additional device identification numbers.Ge healthcare's investigation is ongoing.A follow up report will be submitted once the investigation has been completed.Device evaluation anticipated, but not yet begun.
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Event Description
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It was reported that a ge healthcare field engineer (fe) was servicing an mr system and brought a ferrous table motor into the scan room.While still in the field engineer's left hand, the motor was attracted to the magnet and impacted the rear of the system.The field engineer injured his hand and was diagnosed with a minor fracture to the left radial styloid in his wrist and an abrasion to his left thumb.The fe received a plaster cast as well as oral pain killers and antibiotics as treatment for the injury.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H3: the investigation by ge healthcare (gehc) has been completed.Based on the information provided, the incident occurred due to inattentive behavior by the ge field engineer (fe) who did not follow the steps to safely service ferrous equipment in the magnet room.The fe did not follow standard protocols and was not authorized to work independently.The fe has completed a refresher course in mr safety requirements.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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