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MalfunctionIQG

ENOXAPARIN PREFILLED SYRINGE 40MG/0.4ML

Received Dec 7, 2022 · Event occurred Nov 18, 2022

Report 15931820 · MDR key 15931820

Device

Generic name

Adaptor, Holder, Syringe

Catalog number

AP/DRUGS/103/97

Lot number

CN205

Product problems

  • Detachment of Device or Device Component
  • Fail-Safe Problem

Patient

Unknown

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

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

AFTER INJECTING THE PATIENT WITH PRE-FILLED LOVENOX SYRINGE, THE BUTTON TO DEPLOY THE PROTECTANT CAP WAS PUSHED. THE SPRING OVERSHOT THE NEEDLE, CAUSING IT TO FALL OUT OF THE SYRINGE AND STICK INTO THE GROUND. NO INJURY OCCURRED.