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| Issued: 10 March 2008 at 11:00 |
Ref: MDA/2008/013
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Action |
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Update |
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Information request |
| Device: Heel & Elbow and Heel & Ankle Gelbodies used to help prevent pressure ulcers. Manufactured by Trulife. |
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| Problem: Risk of broken skin, friction burns, and redness from using Heel & Elbow and Heel & Ankle Gelbodies over a period of prolonged continuous use. |
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| Action by: All those involved in the provision, prescription and use of Gelbodies. In particular nurses and care staff. |
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Distributed to:
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| Contacts: Details of manufacturer contacts and MHRA contacts for technical and clinical aspects. Change of address or removal from address list for CSCI and Healthcare Commission. |
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Action deadlines for the Safety Alert Broadcast System (SABS)
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Deadline (action underway): 10 April 2008
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Deadline (action complete): 10 June 2008
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MDA/2008/013 - Heel & Elbow and Heel & Ankle Gelbodies used to help prevent pressure ulcers. Manufactured by Trulife 
