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MalfunctionFMP

ADVANCE SMARTGUARD GEL HEEL CUP

Received Jun 9, 2025 · Event occurred May 13, 2025

Report 22166115 · MDR key 22166115

Device

Generic name

Protector, Skin Pressure

Model number

GEL-HC

Catalog number

GEL-HC

Product problems

  • Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

Patient

12 YR · Male

  • Unspecified Tissue Injury
  • Unspecified Tissue Injury

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

PT SUSTAINED PRESSURE INJURIES DURING PROLONGED OR PROCEDURE (OPEN HEART SURGERY > 12 HOURS) DESPITE PROPER POSITIONING WITH GEL HEEL DEVICE.