Catalog Number 03666794001 |
Device Problem
Display Difficult to Read (1181)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 05/26/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Initial reporter occupation is patient/consumer the meter was requested for investigation.The product has not been received at this time.If the product is returned in the future, a follow up report will be submitted.
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Event Description
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There was an allegation of a screen display issue on a coaguchek xs meter.The patient stated that the meter screen display is very faint and they are having difficulty reading it.The patient changed the meter's batteries but the display issue persisted.The patient performed a display test and it showed only partially viewable results in the results field.There was no allegation of incorrectly interpreted results.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Sections d9 and h3 were updated.The meter was received for investigation.The investigation found that the meter circuit board was contaminated and damaged by penetrative liquid contamination due to user mishandling.Per product labeling, "do not let liquid accumulate near any opening.Make sure that no liquid enters the meter.Wipe away residual moisture and fluids after cleaning the housing.Allow wiped areas to dry for at least 10 minutes before performing a test." the investigation did not identify a product problem.
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