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OPT312 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907); Material Split, Cut or Torn (4008)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
01/30/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).We are currently in progress of completing our investigation of the complaint opt312 optiflow junior cannula.We will provide a follow-up report upon completion of our investigation.
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Event or Problem Description
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A healthcare facility in (b)(6) reported via a fisher & paykel healthcare (f&p) field representative that an opt312 optiflow junior cannula was found disconnected from the nasal cannula after six days of use.There was no reported patient consequence.
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Event or Problem Description
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A healthcare facility in china reported via a fisher & paykel healthcare (f&p) field representative that an opt312 optiflow junior cannula was found disconnected from the nasal cannula after six days of use.There was no reported patient consequence.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Ps363799 the optiflow junior nasal cannula is designed specifically for the delicate anatomical features and flow requirements of neonatal and paediatric patients.It features adhesive pads (wigglepads) to maintain cannula stability on the patient's cheeks, soft-touch nasal prongs and breathable kink-proof and crush-resistant flexible tubing.Method: the complaint opt312 optiflow junior nasal cannula was not returned to fisher & paykel healthcare (f&p) for evaluation.Our investigation is thus based on the information and photograph provided by the customer and our knowledge on the product.Result: visual inspection of the provided photograph revealed that the tubing of the complaint device was detached from the right cannula joint.Conclusion: without the complaint device, we are unable to determine the cause of the reported failure.All optiflow junior cannula are 100% leak and occlusion tested after final assembly and any cannula that fails is discarded.In addition, samples are taken hourly from each run and pull tested to check glue joint strength at the cannula/tube joint, as well as the swivel grip joint.If there are any failures the entire batch is put aside for further investigation.The subject opt312 optiflow junior nasal cannula would have met the required specification at the time of production.The user instructions which accompany the opt312 optiflow junior nasal cannula show in pictorial format the correct placement and fitting of the cannula and also warn: - ensure that all connections are secure during use.Check cannula is undamaged and that the flow path is maintained.Under excessive load, the cannula may disconnect to prevent forces being transferred to the patient.- appropriate patient monitoring must be used at all times.Failure to monitor the patient may result in loss of therapy, serious injury or death.- do not stretch or crush tube.
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