It was reported that during the use of an oxygenator a nurse initially noticed a few drops of blood.Some time passed and more blood was observed on the floor.Upon inspection of the oxygenator, a steady flow of blood from the arterial outlet was detected.The facility reported that the leak was not on the port, but the housing perpendicular to the flow and possibly along a seam.While replacing the oxygenator the arterial outlet disconnect.The oxygenator was successfully replaced, no patient injury was reported.Manufacturer previously submitted initial mfg.Report #8010762-2012-00054.(b)(4).
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