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MalfunctionGYK

CATHETER PASSER 60CM

Received Jan 19, 2016 · Event occurred Jan 7, 2016

Report MW5059939 · MDR key 5406500

Device

Generic name

Na

Manufacturer

Medtronic

Model number

48409

Catalog number

NA

Lot number

D42237

Product problems

  • Defective Device
  • Device Operates Differently Than Expected

Patient

61 YR

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Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

CATHETER PASSER, DISPOSABLE, 60CM WAS USED IN A VP SHUNT CASE. THE SAID ITEM USED WAS DEFECTIVE DUE TO EXCESS SPACING WHEN THE CATHETER WAS PLACED INSIDE.