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InjuryLGH

STRYKER 940 CAST SAW

Received Mar 26, 2025 · Event occurred Mar 19, 2025

Report MW5168256 · MDR key 21700439

Device

Generic name

Instrument, Cast Removal, Ac-powered

Catalog number

0940

Patient

26 YR · Female

  • Laceration(s)
  • Alteration in Body Temperature
  • Laceration(s)
  • Alteration in Body Temperature

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

I WAS HAVING AN ARM CAST REMOVED WITH THE STRYKER 940 CAST CUTTER SAW AT THE (B)(6) HOSPITAL IN (B)(6). THE SAW WAS SUPER HOT/OVERHEATED AND CUT/BURNED MY ARM LEAVING 2.5 INCH AND .5 INCH CUTS.