| Model Number |
VAC-6000ME |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Use of Device Problem (1670); Insufficient Device Problem Information (3190)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Insufficient Information (4580); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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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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The complaint is not confirmed.A product evaluation could not be performed because the device has not been returned and no photos have been provided.Investigation description a dhr review was performed and no deviations or ncrs were found to be initiated for lot# 230003.Risk assessment: per fmea risk-0029 rev.03, the complaint may be associated with the following potential failure mode: potential failure mode: user fails to establish appropriate level (450 - 600 mmhg) of vacuum.Potential effects: the cup will not adhere to the fetal head.Harm 1: delayed procedure.Severity: 1.Potential cause: lack of attention, not qualified personnel.Probability of occurrence: 1.Risk is considered "acceptable".Harm 2: delayed procedure with fetal distress.Severity: 4.Potential cause: lack of attention, not qualified personnel.Probability of occurrence: 1.Risk is considered "monitor".Root cause analysis.No root cause can be determined because a product evaluation could not be performed and the complaint was not confirmed.
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Event or Problem Description
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In the customers words "incident : " difficulty in performing the vacuum immediately after application, prolonging the period expulsion and putting the newborn's life at risk".It is unknown if the device is available to be sent back; if the device is returned, a new complaint investigation will be opened.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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