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MalfunctionJCY

4F X 55CM SINGLE PRO-PICC CT

Received Oct 16, 2014 · Event occurred Aug 25, 2014

Report 2518902-2014-00067 · MDR key 4188447

Device

Generic name

Infusion Catheter

Manufacturer

Medcomp

Model number

MRCTP41017

Catalog number

MRCTP41017

Lot number

MBTR000

Product problems

  • Detachment Of Device Component
  • Peeled/Delaminated

Patient

52 YR

  • No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

DURING ROUTINE PLACEMENT OF A PICC LINE, THE DILATOR SHEATH BECAME DETACHED FROM THE WINGED SET PRIOR TO BREAKING AND PEELING APART.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

AN INVESTIGATION HAS BEEN INITIATED. THE DEVICE SAMPLE WAS FORWARDED TO THE MANUFACTURING FACILITY FOR EVALUATION. WHEN THE INVESTIGATION IS COMPLETE, A SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT WILL BE SUBMITTED.