It was reported that during use of the device for a cardiopulmonary bypass procedure, the blood parameter monitor (bpm) alarmed and turned off on its own during case and would not turn back on.The perfusionist (ccp) did not know how much longer the case would be, so he changed out the bpm.The case ended fifteen minutes later.The surgical procedure was completed successfully.There were no delays, no blood loss, or no adverse consequences to the patient.Per the clinical review on (b)(6) 2014: the bpm "shut down" during the procedure and there were no values being displayed to the user.A back-up bpm was used for the remainder of the procedure.There were no issues with the accuracy of the bpm information, only total loss of the monitor was reported.No delay in the procedure and the case was completed successfully without associated blood loss.
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The reported complaint was confirmed by service technician.Per the laboratory evaluation, the technician observed that the loss of power was due to a burnt capacitor on the aux printed circuit board assembly (pcba).The product will be sent to service to be brought to manufacturers specifications before being returned to the customer.If additional information becomes available on this complaint that would alter the facts and/or conclusion, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.
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