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MalfunctionMLR

VAPROX

Received Apr 2, 2026 · Event occurred Mar 18, 2026

Report 3003950207-2026-00009 · MDR key 24765929

Device

Generic name

Vaprox Sterilant

Manufacturer

Steris Corporation

Lot number

(10)HC2555P1

Product problems

  • Leak/Splash

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • Burn(s)
  • Skin Inflammation/ Irritation

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

THE USER FACILITY REPORTED THAT AN EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCED IRRITATION AND "BURNING SENSATIONS" FROM HANDLING LEAKING VAPROX CARTRIDGES. THE EMPLOYEE CONTINUED WORKING. NO MEDICAL TREATMENT WAS SOUGHT OR ADMINISTERED.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

INVESTIGATION OF THE REPORTED EVENT IS IN PROGRESS. A FOLLOW-UP REPORT WILL BE SUBMITTED ONCE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BECOMES AVAILABLE. IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT THIS SPECIFIC MODEL IS NOT SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES, SO IT IS NOT IN GUDID.