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According to the reporter, during use, the videolaryngoscope had no display, but when it appeared, the screen was dark.The issue improved after replacing it with a battery.There was no patient injury.
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H3 evaluation summary: medtronic conducted an investigation based upon all information received.The device was available for evaluation.Visual inspection noted the battery was installed and the device was powered on, the led powered on but the display remained black.The device was power cycled multiple times with the same result.It was reported that the video laryngoscope had no display, but when it appeared, the screen was dark.The reported issue was confirmed.The most likely cause was traced to component failure.The manufacturing records for each device are thoroughly reviewed prior to release to ensure that it meets all medtronic quality specifications.This regulatory report is being submitted due to retrospective review through capa 624392.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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