Device Problem
Device Issue (2379)
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Patient Problems
Hypoglycemia (1912); Dizziness (2194); Confusion/ Disorientation (2553)
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Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The device has not been returned to animas for evaluation.If the device is returned, an evaluation shall be completed and a supplemental report will be filed.No conclusions can be made at this time.(b)(4).
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Event Description
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The reporter contacted animas on (b)(6) 2018 alleging the patient experienced hypoglycemia while on insulin pump therapy with blood glucose measuring 40-60 mg/dl with confusion, difficulty speaking and severe dizziness.The patient reportedly did not receive any treatment above or beyond the usual routine of diabetes care and management.The patient reportedly drank several bottles of juice to elevate the blood glucose level.The reporter alleged a history/settings issue; the basal history does not match the active basal program by >5% difference.This complaint is being reported because the patient reportedly experienced serious injury while on insulin pump therapy associated with an alleged history/settings issue.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device evaluation: the device has been returned and evaluated by product analysis on 07-jun-2018 with the following findings: a review of the basal history and total daily dose history for 2018-(b)(4) correctly matched the active basal program.The total daily doses added up correctly and reflected the user's programmed basal rates.The pump passed delivery accuracy testing and was found to be delivering accurately and within range.The pump was exercised for 24 hours with a 2.0 unit per hour basal rate.At the end of testing the basal history correctly showed 2.0 units and the total daily doses showed 48.0 units.No alarms or delivery interruptions occurred during the testing.The allegation of a total daily dose or basal history recording defect was unable to be duplicated during testing.Unrelated to the original complaint, the battery compartment was cracked above and below bumper pad.Additionally, the cartridge compartment was damaged at the threads.
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