| Model Number |
6CN75ER |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Mechanical Problem (1384)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Unintended Extubation (4564)
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| Date of Event |
01/16/2026
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that intra-operatively, while using the tracheostomy tube, it was unable to extract sputum using the subglottic suction catheter in combination with negative pressure suction from above the cuff.Replacement of the tube was done.
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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.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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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Correction: h3.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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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information: d9, g3, h3, h6 h3 evaluation summary: medtronic conducted an investigation based upon all information received.The device was available for evaluation.Visual inspection noted a slit on the main body of the cuff.An attempt made to inflate the returned unit as per the parameters set out in if001 failed as the cuff deflated slowly.It was reported that while using the tracheostomy tube, it was unable to extract sputum using the subglottic suction catheter in combination with negative pressure suction from above the cuff.The reported issue was confirmed.The most likely cause was unintended use error caused or contributed to event.The manufacturing records for each device are thoroughly reviewed prior to release to ensure that it meets all medtronic quality specifications.The instructions included with this device provide the following guidance: to ease insertion and to guard against cuff perforation from sharp edges of cartilage, taper back the cuff by deflating the cuff and gently moving it away from the distal tip of the cannula toward the neck plate as the residual air is removed by deflation.When tapering the cuff, do not use sharp instruments that would damage the cuff, such as forceps or hemostats.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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