A us distributor contacted zoll to report that a patient developed a skin irritation upon wearing the lifevest equipment.The patient confirmed the irritation was on his chest and it was described as a blister and brush-burn irritation with severe itching, and tightness of breath.The patient has a history of allergies.There was no alleged device malfunction contributing to the irritation.The patient's physician advised the patient that he can remove the lifevest if he does not want to wear it.Follow up indicated that the patient's skin irritation improved upon removing the lifevest and applying unscented water based lotion to the skin irritation.
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