Catalog Number 0684-00-0293 |
Device Problems
Inflation Problem (1310); Leak/Splash (1354)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 01/25/2024 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Event site name: (b)(6) hospital.Event site address: (b)(6).Event site postal code: (b)(6).Event site telephone - (b)(6).The product has been returned to the manufacturer, but is pending investigation.Once the investigation is completed a supplemental report with our findings will be submitted.Reference complaint # (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that after inserting the intra-aortic balloon (iab), the console indicated an autofill failure.Upon removal, blood was found in the iab.The iab was replaced and therapy was provided.There was no patient harm or adverse event reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The iab was returned with the membrane completely unfolded and blood on the exterior of the catheter.The extender tubing was also returned.No blood was observed inside the iab catheter.The inner lumen was found occluded with dried blood.The occlusion was unable to be cleared.An underwater leak test of the balloon, catheter, y-fitting, extracorporeal and extender tubing was performed and no leaks were detected.The iab was placed on the cadiosave pump and pumped for two hours which represents one complete autofill cycle.The iab pumped normally and no alarm sounded from the pump.The reported problems cannot be confirmed by the evaluation.A lot history record review was completed for the reported product.No nonconformances were found that are considered to be related to the event.Reference complaint #(b)(4).
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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