A review of the device history record (dhr) was conducted which confirmed that the device met all quality criteria and manufacturing specifications prior to release.Based on the available information, there is no indication that a malfunction occurred.All treatments must be administered under a physician''s prescription and performed by a trained and qualified person, considered to be competent in the use of this device by the prescribing physician so that alarms and harmful conditions can be responded to promptly.Udi:(b)(4).
|
A report was received on 15 nov 2023 from a 53 year old male patient with a medical history including diabetes and end stage renal disease, who experienced a syncopal episode and fell to the floor, pulling out his tunneled dialysis catheter (tdc) during a home hemodialysis treatment on (b)(6) 2023.Additional information was received on 16 nov 2023 from the home therapy nurse (htn) who stated the patient was admitted to hospital on (b)(6) 2023, for workup of the syncopal episode and replacement of his tunneled dialysis catheter (tdc).Per the hospital records the patient had elected to remove additional fluid during therapy to achieve his dry weight, likely causing the syncopal episode.The patient recovered without sequelae and upon discharge plans to continue therapy using the nxstage system.
|