MAUDE Adverse Event Report: RESPIRONICS, INC. DREAMSTATION AUTO; VENTILATOR, NON-CONTINUOUS (RESPIRATOR)

Model Number FRX500S14

Device Problems Corroded (1131); Failure to Power Up (1476)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 12/21/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

H3 other text : device serviced by a third-party service center.

Event Description

The manufacturer received information regarding a dreamstation auto device.The device was returned to a third-party service center.During visual inspection of the device, corrosion was found on the power connector and on metallic surface of the device.In addition, the inspection found unit can't be power on, contamination from dust/dirt and the device was scrapped.This report is being submitted for the corrosion was found on the power connector and on metallic surface of the device during service.There was no allegation of serious or permanent harm or injury.No medical intervention was required for the patient.

Manufacturer Narrative

The manufacturer received information in relation to a dreamstation auto unit.The device was returned to a third party service center.During visual inspection of the device, it was determined the power connector of the unit was corroded.Device was scrapped at customer's request.Analysis of past events has not indicated an adverse event has occurred due to corrosion.Review of the risk file indicates the potential for a serious adverse event occurring as a result of this incident is unlikely.Additionally, the risk file indicates that corrosion will not substantially affect the performance of the device.This complaint is considered not reportable.

• Brand Name: DREAMSTATION AUTO
• Type of Device: VENTILATOR, NON-CONTINUOUS (RESPIRATOR)
• Manufacturer (Section D): RESPIRONICS, INC.; 1001 murry ridge lane; murrysville PA 15668
• Manufacturer (Section G): RESPIRONICS, INC.; 1001 murry ridge lane; murrysville PA 15668
• Manufacturer Contact: kimberly shelly ; 6501 living place; pittsburgh, PA 15208 ; 4125423300
• MDR Report Key: 18527814
• MDR Text Key: 333050739
• Report Number: 2518422-2024-02996
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: BZD
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: FR
• PMA/PMN Number: K131982
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 01/17/2024
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Other
• Device Model Number: FRX500S14
• Device Catalogue Number: FRX500S14
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 12/21/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: No
• Date Device Manufactured: 11/04/2019
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1