Retained samples of the concerned lot of model sbt601 have been inspected visually.Mechanical tests were performed on 3 retained samples.All tested samples were found to perform within limits.No faults could be detected.We have requested further information on the patient, skin type, state of skin, whether any medication was being taken, which might have a skin weakening effect, details of the use and have been informed that "there is no additional information provided besides these submissions".As no further information was available we therefore consider the investigation and the report closed.
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On february 20th, 2024, we have been informed about 23 incidents with ecg electrodes.Monitoring ecg electrodes (model: sbw601 and sbt601) had been used with bodyguardian mini+ and bodyguardian one devices.The initial reporter has attached for each patient an incident summary.In total, there were 23 reports covering a period from august 15th - november 03rd.No medical intervention was necessary for 22 incidents.For one incident a medical intervention was needed to treat the injury.The reportable event disclosed that the patient's skin was prepared using saline wipes, soap and water before applying the ecg electrodes.The patient experienced "redness, itching, rash, blisters, burning sensation on skin, peeling skin, burnt skin, bleeding, open sores".It was reported that the ecg electrodes peeled when bathing.It was stated that a medical intervention with hydrocortisone cream usp 2.5 was used to treat the injury.No further information was provided.
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