InjuryIWQ
CEILING MOUNTED RADIATION SHIELD
Received Oct 10, 1997 · Event occurred Oct 9, 1997
Report 57583-1997-00035 · MDR key 125639
Device
Generic name
Diagnostic X-ray
Manufacturer
United ShieldingModel number
UST-400RCatalog number
GE #NW3006AA
Lot number
NA
Product problems
- Detachment Of Device Component
- Component Falling
- Mechanical Problem
Patient
78 YR
- Liver Laceration(s)
Narrative
Description of Event or Problem
IT WAS REPORTED TO GE THAT THE RED SHIELD FELL AND STRUCK THE PT. APPARENTLY, THIS CAUSED TRAUMA TO THE LIVER OF THE PT AND DAMAGED THE TABLE. THE EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TAKEN OUT OF SERVICE.