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MalfunctionINB

KNOCKDOWN BEDSIDE COMMODE

Received Feb 4, 2022 · Event occurred Jan 28, 2022

Report MW5107236 · MDR key 13472577

Device

Generic name

Attachment, Commode, Wheelchair

Catalog number

MDS89664KD

Product problems

  • Collapse
  • Material Twisted/Bent

Patient

68 YR · Female

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Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

PATIENT WAS ON THE COMMODE CHAIR AND THE RIGHT BACK LEG BENT AND GAVE OUT, THE COMMODE SUBSEQUENTLY COLLAPSED. EQUIPMENT HAS WEIGHT LIMIT OF 350#. PATIENT WEIGHS (B)(6). UNSURE WHY BSC FAILED THE WAY IT DID?. FDA SAFETY REPORT ID # (B)(4).