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MalfunctionMPB

NIAGARA SLIM-CATH

Received May 26, 2026 · Event occurred May 6, 2026

Report 3006260740-2026-03608 · MDR key 25279396

Device

Generic name

Catheter, Hemodialysis, Implantable

Model number

N/A

Catalog number

5553200

Lot number

REKP0839

Product problems

  • Crack

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

H11: SECTION A THROUGH F - THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY BD REPRESENTS ALL OF THE KNOWN INFORMATION AT THIS TIME. DESPITE GOOD FAITH EFFORTS TO OBTAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, THE COMPLAINANT / REPORTER WAS UNABLE OR UNWILLING TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER PATIENT, PRODUCT, OR PROCEDURAL DETAILS TO BD. THE MANUFACTURER HAS RECEIVED THE SAMPLE AND WILL BE EVALUATED. A SUPPLEMENTAL WILL BE SUBMITTED WITH EVALUATION RESULTS.

Description of Event or Problem

IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE INTRODUCER NEEDLE IN THE KIT LEAKS AIR AND CANNOT BE USED, PREVENTING THE CATHETER KIT FROM BEING INSTALLED. NO FURTHER DETAILS PROVIDED.