inforMED
MalfunctionEKT

*

Received Feb 28, 2002 · Event occurred Feb 14, 2002

Report 379782 · MDR key 379782

Device

Generic name

Curette

Model number

*

Catalog number

*

Lot number

PDZ7903W02

Product problems

  • Device, or device fragments remain in patient
  • Tip breakage

Patient

49 YR

  • Nonresorbable materials, unretrieved in body
  • Therapy/non-surgical treatment, additional

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

CURETTE WAS BEING USED IN DENTAL PROCEDURE WHEN TIP SNAPPED OFF AND PT SWALLOWED IT. FOLLOW-UP XRAY RESULT - NOT IN PT'S LUNG.