MalfunctionLWH
RFID COMPATIBLE SPONGES
Received Sep 25, 2025 · Event occurred Sep 17, 2025
Report MW5176615 · MDR key 23148997
Device
Generic name
Counter, Sponge, Surgical
Product problems
- Unable to Obtain Readings
- Output Problem
Patient
63 YR · Female
- Insufficient Information
- Insufficient Information
Narrative
Description of Event or Problem
RAN A TEST SCAN FOR RFID COMPATIBLE SPONGES PRESENT ON SURGICAL FIELD WHILE SPONGES WERE PRESENT AND VISIBLE. MACHINE RESULT READ AS "CLEAR". SERIAL NUMBER: (B)(6). RN CLINICIAN NOTIFIED AND CONTACTING DEVICE REP. DEVICE REPLACED WITH SUBSTITUTE AND COUNTS COMPLETED PER POLICY.