Catalog Number 826633 |
Device Problem
No Device Output (1435)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 11/01/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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An investigation has been initiated based on the reported information.Upon completion of the investigation, a follow-up report will be submitted.
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Event Description
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A facility reported that after implantation of the icp sensor catheter kit (id 826633), the microsensor could not be detected by the icp monitor (id 826635).It was changed with another icp which still could not detect the microsensor.The microsensor was replaced, and the procedure was completed.There was a delay of 20 minutes.The issue was detected before implantation site closure.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The icp sensor (826633) was returned for evaluation.Device history record (dhr) - there is no indication that the production process may have contributed to this complaint.All test results passed procedural specifications.Failure analysis - the icp express read ¿no transducer detected¿.The catheter stretched 29 to 36 cm from tip.Internal wires are broken inside catheter at stretched area (x-ray).No testing was possible.The supplier was able to confirm the complaint.The root cause is ¿mishandling of the catheter¿.Currently the complaint issue does not represent an adverse trend, however the issue will continue to be monitored and trended through the complaint evaluation process.
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