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ALEXIS LAPAROSCOPIC SYSTEM

Received Mar 5, 2026 · Event occurred Feb 19, 2026

Report 2027111-2026-00414 · MDR key 24515492

Device

Generic name

Ring (wound Protector), Drape Retention, Internal

Model number

C8501

Catalog number

101042501

Lot number

1545020

Product problems

  • Device Contaminated During Manufacture or Shipping

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

NAME OF PROCEDURE BEING PERFORMED: NI (BEFORE USE). DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EVENT: UPON OPENING PACKAGE DURING SURGERY PREP, THE NURSE FOUND A HAIR INSIDE THE PACKAGING. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED BY [NAME] ON 20FEB2026 VIA EMAIL: THANK YOU FOR THE HELP, I HAVE TAKEN PHOTOS AND ATTACHED AS ASKED. IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO TO HELP, JUST LET ME KNOW. TYPE OF INTERVENTION: NI (BEFORE USE). PATIENT STATUS: NI (BEFORE USE).

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

THE EVENT UNIT IS ANTICIPATED TO RETURN TO APPLIED MEDICAL FOR EVALUATION. A FOLLOW-UP REPORT WILL BE PROVIDED UPON THE COMPLETION OF THE INVESTIGATION.