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InjuryPCB

EDM LUMBAR CATHETER, CLOSED TIP, BARIUM IMPREGNATED, 80 CM

Received May 17, 2018 · Event occurred May 7, 2018

Report MW5077300 · MDR key 7525437

Device

Generic name

External Csf Diversion

Catalog number

46419

Lot number

E45940

Product problems

  • Break
  • Detachment Of Device Component

Patient

76 YR

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Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

DURING THE INSERTION OF A LUMBAR DRAIN, LUMBAR CATHETER BROKE OFF IN PT.