MAUDE Adverse Event Report: RESPIRONICS, INC. DREAMSTATION EXPERT; VENTILATOR, NON-CONTINUOUS (RESPIRATOR)

Model Number CAX501T12C

Device Problems Contamination (1120); Corroded (1131)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 12/22/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

The manufacturer received information regarding a dreamstation expert device.The device was returned to a third-party service center.During visual inspection of the device, corrosion was found on dc insert of the device.In addition, there was connector oxide contamination, and the device was scrapped.This report is being submitted for the corrosion was found on dc insert of the device during service.There was no allegation of serious or permanent harm or injury.No medical intervention was required for the patient.

Manufacturer Narrative

H3 other text : device serviced by a third-party service center.

Manufacturer Narrative

The manufacturer received information in relation to a dreamstation expert unit.The device was returned to a third party service center.During visual inspection of the device, it was determined the corrosion on dc insert.Device was scrapped at customer's request.Analysis of past events has not indicated an adverse event has occurred due to corrosion.Review of the risk file indicates the potential for a serious adverse event occurring as a result of this incident is unlikely.Additionally, the risk file indicates that corrosion will not substantially affect the performance of the device.This complaint is considered not reportable.

• Brand Name: DREAMSTATION EXPERT
• Type of Device: VENTILATOR, NON-CONTINUOUS (RESPIRATOR)
• Manufacturer (Section D): RESPIRONICS, INC.; 1001 murry ridge lane; murrysville PA 15668
• Manufacturer (Section G): RESPIRONICS, INC.; 1001 murry ridge lane; murrysville PA 15668
• Manufacturer Contact: kimberly shelly ; 6501 living place; pittsburgh, PA 15208 ; 4125423300
• MDR Report Key: 18509774
• MDR Text Key: 332941713
• Report Number: 2518422-2024-02404
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: BZD
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CA
• PMA/PMN Number: K131982
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 01/14/2024
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Other
• Device Model Number: CAX501T12C
• Device Catalogue Number: CAX501T12C
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 12/22/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: No
• Date Device Manufactured: 02/12/2019
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1