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InjuryBTA

THOPAZ+ CHEST DRAINAGE SYS

Received Jun 2, 2026 · Event occurred Jan 26, 2026

Report 3002807523-2026-00001 · MDR key 25362002

Device

Generic name

Pump, Portable, Aspiration (manual Or Powered)

Manufacturer

Medela Ag

Model number

079.1002

Catalog number

079.1002

Product problems

  • Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • Pneumothorax

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

ON 05/13/2026, IT WAS REPORTED TO MEDELA AG THAT A PATIENT DEVELOPED A PNEUMOTHORAX AND NEEDED EMERGENCY SURGERY.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

MEDELA HAS REQUESTED THE AFFECTED DEVICES BACK FOR TECHNICAL INVESTIGATION.