A review of the device history record (dhr) was conducted which confirmed that the product met all quality criteria and manufacturing specifications prior to release.Based on the available information, there is no evidence to indicate that a malfunction occurred.The event is considered likely related to contamination of the central venous catheter due to a use error involving incorrect patient connections.The nxstage system one user guide states that a trained and qualified person must observe all treatments.It provides instructions and warnings regarding correct connections, the use of aseptic technique and the prevention of infection.Udi: (b)(4).
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A report was received on 16 feb 2021 from the (b)(6) of a (b)(6) year old male patient with a medical history including hypertension, type ii diabetes and end stage renal disease, who stated the patient experienced hypertension (nos) and attended the emergency room (er) after performing a home hemodialysis treatment on (b)(6) 2021.Additional information was received on 22 feb 2021 from the (b)(6) who stated the patient presented to the er with a blood pressure of 166/83, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and chills.He was admitted on (b)(6) 2021 for observation, labs and prophylactic administration of intravenous antibiotics (cefepime 1 g and vancomycin, dose not specified).The patient was discharged in stable condition on (b)(6) 2021 and has resumed therapy with the nxstage system.
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