After steam sterilization inspection of the defibrillator internal electrode handles noted a linear crack beginning at the discharge button on the apex handle extending 8cm proximal down the handle towards the cable.It was noted and confirmed that the recommended and approved sterilization process and time was used.This is a subsequent failure of the same type with the handles failing near the discharge button.Handle retained for zoll evaluation.This is an additional event that was previously brought up with the manufacturer.This is still an ongoing event with no resolution.
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