Manufacturer's investigation conclusion: no issues with the centrimag blood pump were reported or identified through this evaluation.It was reported that the centrimag motor had a defect magnetic coupling.The complaint was only associated with the centrimag motor and not the centrimag blood pump; refer to the motor investigation regarding findings related to this event (manufacturer report number 3003306248-2022-00009).The centrimag blood pump was not returned for evaluation.The ous (outside united states) centrimag vad (ventricular assist device) ifu (instructions for use) (rev.E) warns that frequent patient and device monitoring is recommended.Always have a backup centrimag pump, console, motor, and accessories available for use.No further information was provided.The manufacturer is closing the file on this event.
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