Stryker suction irrigator for laparoscopic case failed.Significant delay in replacement with patient bleeding during laparoscopic case.Had to convert to open technique.Per the operating room report: active bleeding was found along the left uterine artery.Irrigation failed to visualize bleeding due to equipment malfunction.Attempts were made to de-clot instrument, increase suction and replace tubing.However, the mechanical failure continued.Patient remained stable with vital signs throughout this process.Bleeding continued despite attempts to cauterize with ligasure.Due to continued bleeding and failure of equipment to gain visualization, decision made to convert to open technique.
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