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MalfunctionGAS

ULTRA FAST-FIX CURVED

Received Jul 29, 2009 · Event occurred May 15, 2009

Report 1219602-2009-00218 · MDR key 1491573

Device

Generic name

Ultra Fast-fix Curved / Gas

Manufacturer

Mansfield

Model number

72201491

Catalog number

72201491

Lot number

50287461

Product problems

  • Device, or device fragments remain in patient

Patient

Not reported

  • Unknown (for use when the patient's condition is not known)

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

THE SECOND TOGGLE DID NOT DEPLOY AFTER PUSHING THE GOLD BUTTON DOWN. THERE WAS ONE TOGGLE FROM EACH FAILED IMPLANT THAT WAS LEFT OUTSIDE OF THE CAPSULE.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

DEVICE IS NOT BEING RETURNED FOR EVALUATION.