Model Number ARDLCA209015A |
Device Problem
Loose or Intermittent Connection (1371)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 05/08/2020 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Issue is being investigated by manufacturing site.Device not returned to manufacturer.
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Event Description
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On 8th may, 2020 getinge became aware of customer product complaint where an issue occurred with one of surgical lights - lucea 50.The lamp was initially diagnosed with problem related to shaking.Further evaluation revealed that it was caused by loose connection between spring arm and main tube (loosened screws).There was no patient injury, however we decided to report the issue in abundance of caution as loosened screws may lead to detachment of the lamp or its components.
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Event Description
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Manufacturer's reference number (b)(4).
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Manufacturer Narrative
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On 8th may, 2020 getinge became aware of customer product complaint where an issue occurred with one of surgical lights - lucea 50.The lamp was initially diagnosed with problem related to shaking.Further evaluation revealed that it was caused by loose connection between spring arm and main tube (loosened screws).There was no patient injury, however we decided to report the issue in abundance of caution as loosened screws may lead to detachment of the lamp or its components.It was established that when the event occurred, the surgical light did not meet its specification and it contributed to event.None of the provided information indicate that upon the event occurrence the device was being used for patient treatment.During the investigation it was found that evaluated case is first one in the history and has not led to serious injury nor death.It is indicated by our product experts the fault of loosened screw occurred due to service error during installation.We believe that all remaining devices are performing correctly in the market.Given the circumstances we shall continue to monitor for any further events of this nature and do not propose any further action at this time.
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