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Model Number 980 |
Device Problem
Occlusion Within Device (1423)
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Patient Problem
No Code Available (3191)
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Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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It was reported that, while in use on a patient, a 980 ventilator generated a severe occlusion alarm.The patient was removed from the ventilator, bagged and placed on an alternate ventilator.The patient was not harmed or injured as a result of the reported event.The service engineer (se) inspected the device, however, the repair of the device has not been completed.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The service engineer (se) inspected the device and found the exhalation flow sensor was missing the rubber seal.The se replaced the rubber seal kit, updated the software to the current revision, performed calibrations, extended self-testing on the device and all tests passed.If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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