TERUMO CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEMS CORP. TERUMO ADVANCED PERFUSION SYSTEM 1; CONSOLE, HEART-LUNG MACHINE, CARDIOPULMONARY BYPASS-ADVANCED PERFUSION SYSTEM 1
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Model Number 801763 |
Device Problem
Failure to Run on Battery (1466)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 11/23/2015 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4) per the perfusionist (ccp): this is a back-up unit and was used a week ago.The user charged the system overnight before use.During the laboratory evaluation, the reported issue was duplicated.The product surveillance technician (pst) stated low voltage and conductance readings indicate irreversible degradation of the batteries.The pst performed load simulator test and batteries failed to hold the load at all.Power was immediately lost when alternating current (a/c) power was removed from the test platter.The pst observed dried white residue of unknown composition or origin on both batteries.
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Event Description
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It was reported that during set-up of the device for a cardiopulmonary bypass procedure, the light turned red, the user unplugged the system-1 and it died.As a result, an alternate device was employed.The surgical procedure was completed successfully.There was no delay, no blood loss, nor adverse consequences to the patient.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).The field service representative (fsr) downloaded the data logs for further evaluation and ordered new batteries.The total nominal available capacity (tnac) goes to 14.8 amp hours (ah) then stops.The fsr installed new batteries, tested the unit and all checks passed.The unit operated to manufacturer specifications and was returned to clinical use.The suspect batteries were returned to the manufacturer for further evaluation.The reported complaint was confirmed.The system was manufactured in sep 2013 and installed at the hospital in nov 2013, indicating the batteries are over 2 years old and should have been replaced during the nov 2015 preventive maintenance (pm).If additional information becomes available on this complaint that would alter the facts and/or conclusion, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.
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