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InjuryIPS

CAREX SMALL BASE DESIGNER QUAD CANE - BLACK

Received Apr 4, 2017

Report 3012316249-2017-00038 · MDR key 6457607

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Product code (IPS)
Model (FGA74100 0000)

Device

Generic name

Cane

Model number

FGA74100 0000

Catalog number

A741-00

Lot number

N/A

Product problems

  • Defective Component
  • Defective Component

Patient

64 YR

  • Fall
  • Laceration(s)
  • Fall
  • Laceration(s)

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

THE CUSTOMER LOST A TIP ON HER QUAD CANE AND CANNOT FIND IT ANYWHERE; THE TIPS KEPT FALLING OFF. THE END-USER/CUSTOMER WAS IN HER BEDROOM AT THE TIME OF THE EVENT. SHE GOT UP TO GO TO THE BATHROOM AND FELL ON HER LEFT ARM. THE USER HAS TO GO TO WOUND CARE FOR SEVERAL WEEKS; SHE DID NOT BREAK ANY BONES.