inforMED
InjuryIDL

LEICA RM2155

Received Sep 29, 2011 · Event occurred Aug 17, 2011

Report 1423337-2011-00005 · MDR key 2281221

Device

Generic name

Microtome

Model number

RM2155

Product problems

  • Break

Patient

Not reported

  • Laceration(s)

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

CUSTOMER SUSTAINED AN INJURY TO HIS RIGHT INDEX FINGER TIP WHILE USING THE MICROTOME. HE WAS CUT BY THE MICROTOME BLADE. THE CUSTOMER WENT TO THE EMERGENCY ROOM AT HOSPITAL. STITCHES WERE NOT REQUIRED, ONLY A BANDAGE WAS NECESSARY.