It was reported that during priming of the device for a cardiopulmonary bypass procedure, the level sensor on the unit was not working.As a result, an alternate device was employed.The surgical procedure was completed successfully.There was no delay, no blood loss, nor adverse consequences to the patient.
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The reported complaint was confirmed.During laboratory analysis, the product surveillance technician (pst) observed the level sensor to not work with "venlevel disconnected" message.A deformed membrane on the sensor was the cause if the sensor not working.If additional information becomes available on this complaint that would alter the facts and/or conclusion, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.
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