Model Number UNKNOWN |
Device Problems
No Audible Alarm (1019); Unexpected Shutdown (4019)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 03/16/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during use on a patient, the nurse forgot to plug in the cardiosave intra-aortic balloon pump (iabp) after a trip to ct and the iabp shut down due to a dead battery.It was reported that there was no audible alarm.As a result, the customer emailed a company representative inquiring about normal behavior of low battery alarm.The iabp was reported to be exchanged for another and therapy was continued.There was no harm or injury to the patient and no adverse event was reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Communication/interviews (4111): during a follow-up phone call with a getinge representative is when the user explained that the unit was switched out and there was no incident.The getinge representative explained in detail the normal behavior of the low battery alarm, instructions, and emailed her the battery quick reference guide.A supplemental report will be submitted upon receipt of additional information or completion of our investigation.Ussr called support.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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It was reported that performed by a the cardiosave intra-aortic balloon pump (iabp) had shutdown - unexpected unspecified.Customer reported normal behavior of low battery alarm.Iabp shut off due to a dead battery and the nursing staff was unaware for about 30 minutes.It was said that there was no audible alarm.They switched to the back up pump.There is not further information is available.There was patient involvement but no harm reported.As of now the investigation is closed, if any new information received in future related to part replacement will reopen the complaint and update it.
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