| Model Number |
6694800 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Device Alarm System (1012)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Hypoxia (1918)
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| Date of Event |
09/10/2026
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Type of Reportable Event
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Death
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the patient experienced a period of significant hypoxaemia that was not recognized.The reported hypoxaemia was associated with hypoventilation, while the ventilator alarms reportedly had been deactivated.The event resulted in loss of life.Manufacturer¿s ref #: (b)(4).
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The healthcare facility requested device logs to investigate an apparent change in alarm limits during the relevant date and time period.The available logs were extracted and provided to the healthcare facility for review.Test ventilation was performed using standard settings and parameters, and the ventilator performed as designed.The ventilator was recommended to remain in quarantine pending conclusion of the investigation.The healthcare facility subsequently reported that the alarm level had been altered by an as-yet unidentified individual.Further patient and event information has been requested from the healthcare facility to support completion of the investigation.
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