| Model Number |
MLCT5D20 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Leak/Splash (1354)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Hematoma (1884)
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| Date of Event |
12/12/2019
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Currently waiting for the device to be returned for evaluation.
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Event or Problem Description
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During power infusion, leakage in the subcutaneous tissue was noted.When the catheter was removed, a small crack was noted around 2cm from the hub.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The 5f midline was returned for evaluation.Visual inspection of the device revealed a hole in the lumen approximately 0.3cm in length at the 4cm mark.The lumen also appears to "curve" at the 4cm mark.Medcomp engineering reviewed the device and confirmed that the lumen appears to have burst at the 4cm depth mark as a result of excessive pressure.The lumen stretched and burst.The manufacture records were reviewed and no non-conformances or variances were noted.Root cause cannot be determined.
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