| Model Number |
670160 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Material Puncture/Hole (1504); Gas/Air Leak (2946)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Forced Expiratory Volume Decreased (2430); Decreased Respiratory Rate (2485)
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| Date of Event |
07/28/2022
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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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Device lot number is unknown, no product information has been provided to date.Investigation including root cause analysis is in progress.A supplemental mdr will be filed as necessary in accordance with 21 cfr 803.56 when required.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the customer has had to change out several trach tubes due to them having leaks.When checked, after the trach change was completed, the cuffs were noted to have pin size holes in them.Causing the patient to loose volume while on the ventilator.No injury or adverse affects after trach change was completed.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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A device history record (dhr) review was conducted which indicated all inspections were completed and no issues were noted during manufacture.Two product samples were received for evaluation.Visual and functional testing were performed.During the visual inspection, holes were detected in both samples; therefore, leaks were detected for two samples.The root cause of the reported issue was found to be manufacturing.Actions were taken to mitigate the reported issue: a corrective and preventative action has been opened to address the reported issue.
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