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Device Problem
Sparking (2595)
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Patient Problem
Insufficient Information (4580)
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Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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Complainant alleged that while attempting to treat a patient (age & gender unknown), a spark was seen coming from the attached electrode pads after delivering the shock to the patient.Complainant did not indicate that there was any adverse effect to the patient due to the reported malfunction.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Zoll medical corporation has received the product and will be providing a supplemental report when our investigation is completed.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was returned to zoll medical corporation for evaluation.The device was put through extensive testing without duplicating the report.Review of the device log indicates several pads related messages at the time of the shock event, as well as a large difference between the measured impedances.This is evidence of poor coupling between the patient and the electrodes being used.Electrode labeling states the importance of good placement on the patient and provides instruction for proper electrode application technique.Zoll recommends that patients are cleaned and hair is clipped prior to applying electrode pads to assure good coupling of electrode to skin contact.Poor adherence and/or air under the electrodes can lead to the possibility of arcing and skin burns.The event electrode pads were not returned as part of the investigation.The device was recertified and returned to the customer.Analysis of reports of this type has not identified an increase in trend.
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