InjuryFAR
BIRTCHER
Received Jan 10, 1995 · Event occurred May 12, 1994
Report 24987 · MDR key 24987
Device
Generic name
Electrosurgical Unit
Manufacturer
Birtcher Medical Systems, Inc.Model number
4400Catalog number
NA
Lot number
NA
Product problems
- Energy Output To Patient Tissue Incorrect
- Fire
- Energy Output Problem
Patient
58 YR
- Burn(s)
Narrative
Description of Event or Problem
PATIENT WAS TO HAVE TWO LESIONS REMOVED FROM BACK. DURING REMOVAL OF FIRST LESION, THERE WAS ARCING FROM ELECTROSURGICAL UNIT, THEN A FLAME IN THE AREA. PROCEDURE TERMINATED. ICE PLACED ON BACK WHERE FLAMES HAD BEEN. APPEARED TO BE A 6-10 CM. AREA OF 1 ST AND 2 ND DEGREE BURNS.