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MalfunctionMPO

INFANT HEEL WARMER

Received Oct 11, 2024 · Event occurred Oct 7, 2024

Report MW5161029 · MDR key 20452641

Device

Generic name

Infant Heel Warmer (chemical Heat Pack)

Lot number

VN24088A9

Patient

0 DA · Female

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Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

MEDLINE INFANT HEEL WARMER ((B)(6)) BURST OPEN WHEN ACTIVATED SPILLING ITS CONTENTS. THIS DEVICE WAS BEING USED ON A NEWBORN.