The biomedical technician at the user facility reported that a 2008t hemodialysis (hd) machine generated a 24v low alarm approximately fifteen minutes before the hd therapy was completed.
The hd treatment was ended, and the blood within the extracorporeal circuit was partially returned.
The patient's estimated blood loss (ebl) was noted as being approximately 200 cubic centimeters (cc).
No patient adverse effects were experienced and no medical intervention was required as a result of this event.
The patient's condition following the event was noted as being fine.
Following the event, the machine was removed from service for evaluation.
A fresenius regional equipment specialist (res) performed an on-site evaluation of the unit.
The res was not able to duplicate the 24 volt error.
However, the power supply was replaced as a precautionary measure.
Functional testing performed by the res confirmed the system was operating properly.
The unit has been returned to service at the user facility without issue.
No parts were available to be returned to the manufacturer for evaluation.
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