| Model Number |
1068987 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Unexpected Shutdown (4019)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Patient Problem/Medical Problem (2688)
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| Date of Event |
12/11/2018
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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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The manufacturer received information alleging a simplygo oxygen concentrator shut down while in patient use.The patient fainted and was taken to the hospital and placed on life support.The patient was in the hospital for 6 days.The device has yet to be returned to the manufacturer for evaluation.A follow up report will be filed when the manufacturer has completed the investigation.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The manufacturer previously reported a simplygo oxygen concentrator allegedly shut down while in patient use.The patient fainted and was taken to the hospital and placed on life support.The patient was in the hospital for 6 days.The device was returned to the manufacturer for evaluation.The customer's complaint was confirmed.The device shut down due to increased pressure within the sieve canisters.The sieve was replaced to address the issue.
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