| Model Number |
VITAL SIGNS¿ HEAD POSITIONER |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Patient Device Interaction Problem (4001)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Skin Inflammation/ Irritation (4545)
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| Date of Event |
09/11/2019
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Vyaire medical file identification: (b)(4).No photographic evidence was supplied and no sample was returned.The device used on the patient was discarded and therefore the reported defect could not be confirmed.Vyaire medical will submit a supplemental report in accordance with 21 cfr section 803.56 if additional information becomes available.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported to vyaire medical that the 8000 hdp vital signs¿ head positioner caused pressure wound to a patient when used.The burns were seen on the forehead near the eyebrows.The customer reported it is a pressure wound that caused multiple burn wounds on the face with breakage of the skin.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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