inforMED
InjuryFOX

IV POLE 4 HOOKS 5 POINT 22" W/ CASTERS

Received Apr 16, 2025 · Event occurred Apr 11, 2025

Report MW5169102 · MDR key 21848788

Device

Generic name

Stand, Infusion

Manufacturer

Unk

Product problems

  • Sharp Edges

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • Unspecified Tissue Injury
  • Unspecified Tissue Injury

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

A PERITONEAL DIALYSIS (PD) PATIENT'S CONTACT [CARY] CALLED FRESENIUS CUSTOMER SERVICE STATING THAT THERE ARE SHARP PIECES ON THE IV POLE 4 HOOKS 5 POINT 22" W/ CASTERS. THE PATIENT STATED (SHE JUMPED IN ON THE PHONE TOO) THAT WHEN SHE GOES TO ADJUST THE POLE OR MOVE THE POLE, SHE CUTS HER HAND ON THE SHARP METAL EDGES. THIS REPORT REFLECTS INFORMATION RECEIVED BY FDA IN THE FORM OF A NOTIFICATION PER 803.22 (B)(2).