The production device history record (dhr) for this intra-aortic balloon pump (iabp) was not required to be reviewed as per company standard operating procedure since the device manufacture date is greater than one year from the event date.A getinge service territory manager (stm) was dispatched to investigate.The stm evaluated the iabp unit and observed the console leaking helium at the helium reservoir assembly, the cart leaking from the helium tubing assembly, the top cover display and upper display bezel cracked, the hinge covers damaged, and the bottom storage bin latch assembly missing.The stm replaced the helium reservoir assembly, helium tubing assembly, top display cover , upper display bezel, upper display hinge covers, latch guide extension rod shaft, latch retainer plate, panel access knob, and respective labels and screws.The stm then performed all calibration, functional and safety tests which passed per factory specifications and the iabp was returned to the customer and cleared for clinical service.
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It was reported that the cardiosave intra-aortic balloon pump (iabp) had a helium leak, a cracked monitor, and the storage compartment latch assembly was missing.It is unknown under which circumstances this event occurred; however, there was no patient involvement and no adverse event was reported.
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