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CHATTANOOGA SAUNDERS CERVICAL TRCTN DVCE

Received Oct 17, 2019 · Event occurred Sep 19, 2019

Report 9616086-2019-00071 · MDR key 9202056

Device

Generic name

Accessories, Traction

Manufacturer

Djo, Llc

Model number

199594

Product problems

  • Mechanical Problem
  • Mechanical Problem

Patient

Not reported

  • Discomfort
  • Discomfort

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

NO DEVICE WAS RETURNED FOR EVALUATION. IF THE DEVICE IS RECEIVED, A FOLLOW-UP REPORT WILL BE SUBMITTED UPON COMPLETION OF PRODUCT EVALUATION.

Description of Event or Problem

IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE UNIT DOES NOT MAINTAIN PRESSURE IN THE HOLD POSITION; THERE IS A LOSS OF PRESSURE OF MORE THAN FIVE POUNDS. DURING TRANSITION FROM HOLD TO RELEASE, THE DEVICE LOSES PRESSURE ABRUPTLY AND COMPLETELY, RESULTING IN REPORTED DISCOMFORT TO THE PATIENT'S NECK. NO FURTHER INFORMATION IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE.