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MalfunctionFPF

HOT WATER BOTTLE

Received Feb 14, 1997 · Event occurred Dec 10, 1996

Report 1520456-1997-00001 · MDR key 70302

Device

Generic name

Water Bottle

Model number

UNK

Catalog number

02816

Lot number

UNK

Product problems

  • Break

Patient

74 YR

  • Burn(s)

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

THE HOT WATER BOTTLE BROKE CAUSING A SECOND DEGREE BURN 12 TO 14 INCHES IN LENGTH ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE BODY (HIP AREA). THE USER WAS TREATED WITH ANALGESICS, SILVADENE CREAM, AND DRY DRESSINGS, WITH GOOD RESPONSE.

Remedial action

  • Other