| Medical Device Problem Code |
Patient-Device Incompatibility (2682)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Erythema (1840); Hypersensitivity/Allergic reaction (1907); Blister (4537); Skin Burning Sensation (4540)
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| Date of Event |
02/15/2025
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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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A review of the complaint revealed that the patient wore the zio xt device for 2 of the 3 days prescribed.The patient does not have sensitive skin however, they have a history of reactions to medical adhesive.The cause of the reported event cannot be determined.However, skin irritation is a known inherent risk of the device.The device manual warnings section read as follows: do not use the zio xt patch on patients with known allergic reaction to adhesives or hydrogels or with a family history of adhesive skin allergies.Patient may experience skin irritation.If skin irritation such as severe redness, itching or allergic symptoms develop, remove the zio xt patch from the patient¿s chest.This event is being reported per 21cfr803 as a serious injury.This report does not constitute an admission by rhythm that the product described in this report has any defects or has malfunctioned.These terms are included in form fda 3500a and are fixed terms for selection created by the fda to categorize the type of event solely for the purpose of regulatory reporting.
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Event or Problem Description
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The patient presented to urgent care and their healthcare provider with signs of an allergic reaction allegedly caused by the zio xt.The patient developed redness, a burning sensation, and blisters on their skin.They also reported feeling uncomfortable.The device was removed, and the patient was prescribed triamcinolone and advised to use over-the-counter benadryl for treatment.
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