Uf/importer report number: (b)(4).Name/address (b)(6).Date user facility became aware of event: (b)(6) 2018.Type of report: initial.Date of this report: (b)(6) 2018.Approximate age of device: 2 years.(b)(4).Report sent to fda: yes, (b)(6) 2018.Location where event occurred: hospital.Report sent to manufacturer: yes, (b)(6) 2018.Manufacturer name and address mfr.Name: (b)(4).If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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It was reported that the external pulse generator (epg) powered off, without prompt, causing the patient to experience approximately 45 seconds of asystole, a syncopal episode, and an a period of increased oxygen demand.The epg was powered on, and immediately resumed pacing the patient.It was noted that the battery charge indicator showed the battery to have full charge.No further patient complications have been reported as a result of this event.
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