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MalfunctionLWH

SITUATE

Received Apr 27, 2021 · Event occurred Apr 8, 2021

Report 3005883396-2021-00010 · MDR key 11735578

Device

Generic name

Counter, Sponge, Surgical

Model number

01-0043

Catalog number

01-0043

Product problems

  • False Positive Result
  • False Positive Result

Patient

Not reported

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

THIS PRODUCT IS NOT SOLD IN US AND IS 510(K) EXEMPT. IF INFORMATION IS PROVIDED IN THE FUTURE, A SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT WILL BE ISSUED.

Description of Event or Problem

ACCORDING TO THE REPORTER, DURING A PROCEDURE, THE DEVICE HAD A DETECTION ISSUE. DETECTED BUT NOT THERE. THE CUSTOMER WANTS TO KNOW IF THE DEVICE DETECTION SYSTEM CAN DETECT THE PRODUCT, THE PATIENT WAS WEARING A DIAPER WITH AN IMBEDDED RF CHIP. THERE WAS NO PATIENT INJURY.