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The correction of d4 version or model, d4 catalog, h3a device evaluated by manufacturer, h3b device not eval provide code, h3c if other provide code - explain fields deems required.This is based on the internal evaluation.Previous d4 version or model#: ard568805905/ard568805900, corrected d4 version or model#: ardvcs209006a, previous d4 catalog#: ard568805905/ard568805900, corrected d4 catalog#: blank.Previous h3a device evaluated by manufacturer: no.Corrected h3a device evaluated by manufacturer: yes.Previous h3b device not eval provide code: other.Corrected h3b device not eval provide code: n/a.Previous h3c if other provide code explain: device evaluation anticipated, but not yet begun corrected h3c if other provide code explain: n/a.Getinge became aware of an issue with one of surgical light volista.It was discovered that the paint was chipping from the fork axle.We decided to report the issue in abundance of caution as any particles falling off into sterile field or during procedure may cause contamination.Based on the information collected, it was established that when the event occurred, the surgical light did not meet its specification, since paint chipping could be considered as technical deficiency, and in this way the device contributed to event.It is unknown if claimed devices were or were not being used for patient treatment or diagnosis when the event took place.As established by subject matter expert at manufacturer¿s, according to the photographic evidence, the stainless-steel axle is partially chipped and shows no signs of rust.The adjacent painted surfaces are not involved by paint chipping, therefore a defect in the cleaning protocol can be excluded.The chipping of the paint is probably due to a lack of adhesion caused by an isolated preparation defect during the painting process.This is not a recurrent case, if other cases are reported, an investigation will be conducted with the supplier in order to undertake preventive actions.To prevent any incident, the instructions for use ifu 01581 & 01781 mentions: - do not use a damaged device because it may lead to a risk of injury for users or a risk of infection for patients.- check for any chipped or missing paint during the daily inspections before use.Getinge shall continue to monitor for any further events of this nature and does not propose any further action at this time.
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