| Model Number |
NOXBOX-I |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Obstruction of Flow (2423)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Low Oxygen Saturation (2477)
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| Date of Event |
03/02/2026
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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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The device was returned to the u.S.Service center for evaluation and underwent a comprehensive functional inspection and performance verification.All testing was performed in accordance with approved service and test procedures.Upon receipt at the service center, the device was observed to be contaminated with liquid within the sampling pathway.According to the instructions for use (ifu, section 6-1), the sample point adapter should be connected approximately 30 cm behind the patient y-piece on the inspiratory limb.This placement is intended to provide sufficient distance from the humidifier to minimize the potential for water entering the sampling circuit.Based on the device evaluation and review of the available information, the event consistent with use conditions that are not aligned with the ifu.No device malfunction was identified that would have contributed to the reported event.A review of complaint history for this failure mode indicated that the occurrence rate remains within established control limits.
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Event or Problem Description
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(e1) reported that fluctuations in the monitored nitric oxide (no) concentration were observed while delivering inhaled nitric oxide (ino) therapy to a neonatal patient using the (d4) device.According to the hospital report, the sample point adapter was positioned in close proximity to a humidifier, resulting in water entering the sampling circuit.Hospital staff reported that water was present throughout the sampling circuit.A transient decrease in oxygen saturation was observed during the event.Following replacement of the device, the patient's vital signs returned to pre-event levels.No lasting adverse effects were reported.
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