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MalfunctionILZ

TEXAS MEDICAL INDUSTRIES

Received Apr 19, 2012 · Event occurred Apr 9, 2012

Report MW5025152 · MDR key 2547846

Device

Generic name

Trapeze Assembly (bar)

Manufacturer

Tmi

Model number

NA

Product problems

  • Break
  • Detachment Of Device Component

Patient

48 YR

  • No Consequences Or Impact To Patient

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

PT WAS USING TRAPEZE BAN TO PULL HERSELF UP IN BED AFTER SURGERY. THE CHAIN SEPARATED AND BROKE FREE FROM SYSTEM CAUSING BAN TO COME LOOSE. NURSE CAUGHT BAR, NO PT HARM.