InjuryFML
RITTER
Received Oct 6, 2010 · Event occurred Sep 10, 2010
Report 1523530-2010-00009 · MDR key 1864778
Device
Product problems
- Scratched Material
Patient
Not reported
- Laceration(s)
Narrative
Description of Event or Problem
PT SLID OFF THE FOOT STEP AND CUT HER LEG ON THE FOOT STEP FRONT REQUIRING NINE STITCHES. THERE IS A SHARP EDGE TO THE FOOT STEP FRONT. THE PT WAS NOT VERY MOBILE, REQUIRED A CAREGIVER TO HELP HER.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
THE EXAM TABLE INVOLVED IN THE INCIDENT WAS 30 YEARS OLD. AN INDEPENDENT SERVICE TECH WAS SENT TO EVALUATE THE TABLE. THE TECH REPORTED THAT THE EDGE BANDING ON THE STEP FRONT WAS MISSING. WE BELIEVE THE MISSING BANDING CONTRIBUTED TO THIS INCIDENT.
Remedial action
- Inspection