It was reported that the patient was experiencing red, tender and burning feeling while wearing the electrode while using the flex adapter.The patient also reported the sensor never felt hot however the adhesive under the device and electrode turned to jelly and would ooze out.The patient used vanicream soap and water to clean and prep their skin and consulted with their physician.The patient spoke with their doctor and they were prescribed silver sulfadiazine 1% cream.After reporting the red, tender and burning feeling the patient disconnected the sensor.The patient services rep advised the patient of cloth electrodes.Cloth electrodes were ordered.
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It was reported that the patient experienced a skin irritation with redness, burning and a small amount of skin being removed.The device was not returned.Engineering evaluation was unable to be performed as the electrode was not returned.Allegation is able to be confirmed via the prescription from a doctor.As the device was noted to not be hot, the skin irritation is most probable to be a bio-incompatibility issue with the electrode adhesive.Marsi, skin burn, and associated symptoms may inherently occur under the course of ecg monitoring.No single factor or combination of factors can be attributable to electrode skin irritation and associated symptoms.The product labeling advises patients of alternate options and other steps to take if skin irritation develops, including healthcare professional contact as needed.
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