| Model Number |
ADVIA 2120I WITH DUAL ASPIRATE AUTOSAMPLER |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Use of Device Problem (1670)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/17/2022
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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As the customer was cleaning the centering collar on the laboratory's advia 2120i hematology system, her hand slipped and her finger was poked by the autosampler needle.The customer was wearing gloves at the time of the event.The customer washed the cut with soap and water and then went to the emergency room.The customer was given post exposure prophylaxis (pep) medication.The customer was also given an injection with a high plasma concentration to boost her immunity.The customer will have to have follow-up testing at 1, 3 and 6 months.There are no known reports of adverse health consequences due to this event.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The customer contacted a siemens customer care center (ccc).The advia 2120/2120i hematology system operator's guide indicates "to avoid personal injury and exposure to a potential biohazard, you must cover the needle with the red needle cover immediately after you remove the centering collar." the customer did not place the red needle cover over the needle.The cause of the event is use error.The system is performing according to specifications.No further evaluation of this device is required.
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