| Model Number |
0684-00-0576-01U |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Device Sensing Problem (2917)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
09/09/2026
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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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During an emergency support program call, a ccu rn reported a fiber-optic sensor failure on a cardiosave intra-aortic balloon pump (iabp) during support with a sensation plus 8fr.50cc intra-aortic balloon (iab).No harm was reported.The customer attempted to disconnect and reconnect the fiber-optic (fo) cable and perform a flush without resolution, and subsequently transitioned to the transduced inner lumen as the arterial pressure source.An appropriate arterial pressure waveform and pressure indices were reported after transition to the transducer.Additional troubleshooting of the fo system was offered but declined.The customer was advised to coil the fo cable and label it "do not use." the customer confirmed that the pressure bag was maintained approximately three feet above the transducer on a standard iv pole.Information required for shipment of a biohazard return kit was obtained, and instructions for catheter return were provided.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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E1 - event site name: (b)(6)
upon completion of the investigation into this event a follow up report will be submitted.
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