It was reported that during set-up of the device for a cardiopulmonary bypass (cpb) procedure, the flow sensor was unable to get a flow reading.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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(b)(4).During laboratory analysis, the product surveillance technician (pst) observed the flow sensor to intermittently provide flow reading due to contaminated pins on the connector.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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