| Model Number |
4UN65R |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Human-Device Interface Problem (2949)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Unintended Extubation (4564)
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| Date of Event |
06/09/2024
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Medtronic submits this report to comply with fda regulations 21 cfr parts 4 and 803.Medtronic has made reasonable efforts to provide as much relevant information as is available to the company as of the submission date of this report.This report does not constitute an admission or a conclusion by fda, medtronic, or its employees that the device, medtronic, or its employee caused or contributed to the event described in the report.Medtronic will submit a supplemental report if additional relevant information becomes known.
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Event or Problem Description
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According to the reporter, during use, the cannula was cleaned with a 10 mm nylon brush with a sharp metal end.It was found out that there was a scratch and tear at the tip of the inner cannula, as shown in the attached photo.The replacement of the tube was done.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Medtronic conducted an investigation based upon all information received.The device was not returned, but a photo was available for evaluation.Visual inspection noted the photo provided showed a brush with a sharp end.Additional details pertaining to the complaint stated that the facility used a 10mm nylon brush to clean the inner canula.It also showed that the tip of the brush has a sharp metal end and that might be the cause for the scratch and tear of the inner cannula.The currently used inner cannula looks scratched from the inside.It was reported that there was a scratch and tear at the tip of the inner cannula.The reported issue could not be confirmed.The most likely cause could not be established from the information available.The manufacturing records for each device are thoroughly reviewed prior to release to ensure that it meets all medtronic quality specifications.A secondary review of the device history records found no potentially contributing factors.Medtronic submits this report to comply with fda regulations 21 cfr parts 4 and 803.Medtronic has made reasonable efforts to provide as much relevant information as is available to the company as of the submission date of this report.This report does not constitute an admission or a conclusion by fda, medtronic, or its employees that the device, medtronic, or its employee caused or contributed to the event described in the report.Any required fields that are unpopulated are blank because the information is currently unknown or unavailable.Medtronic will submit a supplemental report if additional relevant information becomes known.
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