| Model Number |
02-01609 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Patient Device Interaction Problem (4001)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Erythema (1840); Hypersensitivity/Allergic reaction (1907); Local Reaction (2035); Blister (4537); Skin Inflammation/ Irritation (4545)
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| Date of Event |
11/06/2022
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Event or Problem Description
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Biotel heart patient reported hives started on (b)(6), then became blisters to open burns that are now discharging fluids.Patient's physician told her to call philips to notify.Patient was prescribed anti-itch medication triamcinolone.Patient stated she has a history of skin sensitivity.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Customer support ordered flexible patch and cloth electrodes for the patient to continue monitoring.Electrode not returned.For all esi: marsi, skin burn, and associated symptoms may inherently occur under the course of ecg monitoring.No single factor or combination of factors can be attributable to electrode skin irritation and associated symptoms.The product labeling advises patients of alternate options and other steps to take if skin irritation develops, including healthcare professional contact as needed.
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