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
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.