| Model Number |
B72736-02 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Misconnection (1399); Device Operational Issue (2914)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Blood Loss (2597)
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| Date of Event |
05/22/2018
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device history record (dhr) was reviewed and there were no issues related to the 3/8¿x1/4¿x3/8¿ y component or the assembly of line #13.The sample was received, decontaminated and assessed.The sample had two tie bands on the ¼ port and a portion of tubing from another manufacturer¿s pack.This was a user made connection.The tie-bands and tubing were removed from the returned sample and through visual inspection it was noted there was no damage or deformation to the ¼¿ port.Next the first and second barb were measured, and the dimensions were found to be within specification.It was also learned during the investigation that the initial connection was not tie-banded.The two tie-bands were added when the line was reconnected.Per terumo cardiovascular procedure kit ifu precautions ¿6) pushing user made connections past the second barb and tie-banding all user made connections will prevent disconnection and leaks.¿ terumo does not manufacturer or distribute the quest microplegia.All available information has been placed on file in quality management for appropriate tracking, trending and follow-up.(b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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The customer reported that during cardiopulmonary bypass (cpb), a tubing (from another manufacturer's device) disconnected from 3/8" x 3/8" x 1/4" "y" connector.This was a user made connection.The disconnection resulted in approximately 750cc blood loss.The product was not changed out.The surgery was completed successfully.
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