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MalfunctionGDY

SAFE-T LAPAROTOMY GAUZE SPONGE, X-RAY DETECTABLE, STERILE, MASTER-TAGGED, 18" X

Received May 21, 2025 · Event occurred Feb 14, 2025

Report 22059656 · MDR key 22059656

Device

Generic name

Gauze/sponge, Internal, X-ray Detectable

Catalog number

0611-018-180

Lot number

1332

Product problems

  • Delivered as Unsterile Product
  • Tear, Rip or Hole in Device Packaging

Patient

NA · Unknown

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

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

STRYKER SURGICOUNT LAPAROTOMY SPONGE INNER WRAPPER HAD HOLE IN IT. BREAK IN STERILE PACKAGING WAS IDENTIFIED BEFORE IT REACHED THE STERILE FIELD.