The user facility reported to terumo cardiovascular that during cardiopulmonary bypass, after gas calibration when the shunt sensor was connected, blood leakage was observed from the vent lure adaptor area.As per the subsidiary, the shunt sensor was not used and replaced with a backup shunt sensor, which was used without incident.It was confirmed that the vent lure adaptor was closed.Product was changed out.There was an unknown amount of blood loss, but no adverse consequences to the patient.Procedure was completed successfully.
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This follow-up report is submitted to fda in accord with applicable regulations ¿ and as indicated by terumo cardiovascular systems in the initial report submitted to the fda on march 10, 2022.Upon further investigation of the reported event, the following information is new and/or changed: h6 (identification of evaluation codes 10, 11, 3331, 213, 67).Type of investigation #1: 10 - testing of actual/suspected device.Type of investigation #2: 11 - testing of device from same lot/batch retained by manufacturer.Type of investigation #3: 3331 - analysis of production records.Investigation findings: 213 - no device problem found.Investigation conclusions: 67 - no problem detected.The returned sample was visually inspected upon receipt and it was noted that the sparger assembly and the white luer cap were not present.A white luer was added to the sample.The unit was then leak tested as received by connecting with the calibrated manometer, submerged into a water bath, and pressurized up to 1000 mmhg and no leak was noted.A retention sample from the same lot number was visually inspected and confirmed to have no traces of buffer on the outside of the unit or inside the pouch.It was then pressurized with air up to 1000 mmhg, submerged in a water bath, with no leaks noted.The evaluation of the returned sample was found to not leak when tested.All available information has been placed on file in quality management for appropriate tracking, trending, and follow-up.
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