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MalfunctionGEI

PLUMEPEN

Received Jun 8, 2026 · Event occurred May 18, 2026

Report 25427799 · MDR key 25427799

Device

Generic name

Electrosurgical, Cutting Coagulation Accessories

Manufacturer

Conmed Corporation

Model number

PLP2020

Catalog number

PLP2020

Lot number

WM20251006, WM20250924

Patient

27 YR · Female

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

THE BOVIE PENCILS THAT ARE PART OF THE PLUMEPEN ELITE SMOKE EVACUATORS WERE NOT CONSISTENTLY FIRING - THEY BOTH WOULD START AND STOP ON THEIR OWN WHEN THE BUTTON WAS PRESSED IN BY DRS. NO HARM CAME TO THE PATIENT.