It was reported that the blood parameter monitor (bpm) display went blank and started to smell like smoke.As a result, an alternate device was employed.The surgical procedure was completed successfully.There was an approximated few minutes of delay, no blood loss, nor adverse consequences to the patient.
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Per clinical review: on (or before) 18jan2022, the team experienced a problem with their blood parameter monitor (bpm) while on cardiopulmonary bypass (cpb), whereby the screen went blank and the unit started smelling of smoke.It was changed out, with a slight delay, no blood loss, and the procedure was completed successfully.The manufacturer's clinical specialist attempted to contact the user facility to clarify details, such as the actual date of the occurrence, but did not hear back.The 18jan2022 is the date the manufacturer was informed.According to the report, the device was manufactured on 15jul2003, so it was not returned for evaluation, and a new bpm was ordered for replacement.
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