MAUDE Adverse Event Report: PHILIPS ULTRASOUND, INC S8-3T MICRO TEE TRANSDUCER

Lot Number B0L3FK

Device Problem Poor Quality Image (1408)

Patient Problem No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Evaluation of the transducer will be included in a follow up report upon its return and investigation completion.

Event Description

A customer reported an s8-3t model transducer was producing poor image quality.There was no injury associated with this event.

Manufacturer Narrative

Evaluation of this transducer confirmed poor image quality as described by the customer.Investigation of the device noted exposure to fluid in the connector, protein buildup on the bead and tip shell, and damage to the connector and control handle.Further investigation revealed stains and/or discoloration of labels, brake and cable jacket as well as damage to the locking latch and steering mechanism.The extensive damage identified during the evaluation would inhibit the overall performance of this transducer and is indicative of improper maintenance.

• Brand Name: S8-3T MICRO TEE TRANSDUCER
• Type of Device: S8-3T MICRO TEE TRANSDUCER
• Manufacturer (Section D): PHILIPS ULTRASOUND, INC; 22100 bothell everett highway; bothell WA 98021
• Manufacturer (Section G): PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS; 3000 minuteman road; andover MA 01810
• Manufacturer Contact: paul corrigan ; 22100 bothell everett highway; bothell, WA 98021 ; 4254877000
• MDR Report Key: 7149452
• MDR Text Key: 95951352
• Report Number: 3019216-2017-00045
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: ITX
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: IN
• PMA/PMN Number: K030455
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: health professional
• Reporter Occupation: Health Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 12/19/2017

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/27/2017
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Lot Number: B0L3FK
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 02/14/2018
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 12/19/2017
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 02/21/2013
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Reuse
• Patient Sequence Number: 1