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Model Number M35170 |
Device Problem
Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings (1535)
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Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Event Date 05/09/2017 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that after intravenous induction of general anesthesia for a patient undergoing biliary endoscopy, patient was reportedly placed on a ventilator and subsequently received sevoflurane.A sevoflurane expired level was reportedly not visible on the patient monitor.Attempts were then made to "trouble shoot" the monitor.Procedure was started after which fentanyl and propofol were administered.A portable gas analyzer reportedly confirmed no sevoflurane level.A new sevoflurane vaporizer was then placed on the anesthesia machine after which a sevoflurane level appeared on the monitor.Sevoflurane was then administered as the anesthetic.Procedure was completed without incident; however patient reported awareness under anesthesia after completion.Patient denied having any pain during the procedure.Continued follow up with the patient is planned.
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