Catalog Number 1407CA |
Device Problems
Display or Visual Feedback Problem (1184); Device Inoperable (1663)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 02/06/2017 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This device is used for treatment not diagnosis.The ventricular assist system is indicated for use as a bridge to cardiac transplantation in patients who are at risk of death from refractory end-stage left ventricular heart failure.The system is designed for in-hospital and out-of-hospital settings.The instructions for use (ifu) and patient manual include a reference guide for both visual and tone alarms including potential causes and actions to take.Additionally there is a warning to keep spare, fully charged batteries and back up controller available at all time.The steps for exchange of batteries and controllers are outlined.Heartware will submit a supplemental report when new facts arises which materially alters information submitted in a previous mdr report.
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Event Description
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It was reported that early morning on (b)(6) 2017 the patient heard and saw a red high priority alarm.He immediately exchanged to his backup controller.He reported not being symptomatic before, during or after.The exchange went well.The log files were interrogated and did not show any alarms besides when the exchange occurred.The patient came in to clinic to be seen.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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It was reported by the patient that he heard and saw a red high priority alarm. one controller was returned for evaluation.Various analyses were conducted and reviewed to evaluate the performance of the device in relation to the reported event.The reported event could not be confirmed since log file analysis did not reveal any anomalies during the analyzed period.Analysis of the device revealed that the device met specifications; the device passed visual examination and functional testing.The reported event could not be duplicated at the bench level.With review of the reported information and analysis of the returned device with no confirmed malfunction, a root cause cannot be determined.Heartware will submit a supplemental report when new facts arises which materially alters information submitted in a previous mdr report.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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