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UROLOGY INNER SHEATH

Received Jul 21, 2022 · Event occurred Jun 22, 2022

Report 9610617-2022-00124 · MDR key 15075501

Device

Generic name

Inner Resectoscope Sheath

Model number

27050CA

Catalog number

27050CA

Lot number

WO02

Product problems

  • Material Separation
  • Material Separation

Patient

Unknown

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

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

PRODUCT EVALUATION FINDINGS "CERAMIC TIP BROKE OFF FROM THE DISTAL END AND SHAFT IS BENT INDICATING FORCE APPLIED IN EVIDENCE OF USE". WE HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO OBTAIN ANY INFORMATION REGARDING THE INCIDENT FROM THE FACILITY.

Description of Event or Problem

THE CERAMIC DISTAL TIP OF THE SHEATH BROKE OFF INSIDE PATIENT IN ONE PIECE DURING A PROCEDURE.