| Model Number |
AQL-100CBS |
| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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| Date of Event |
06/05/2019
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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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We were notified of the following event: "information received by email on june 6, 2019 from area rep c/o customer (b)(6) (email ccd) (b)(6) stating "the following account has a scale calibration issue that needs to be repaired immediately.We were in a hysteroscopy case yesterday (b)(6) 2019.During the case, the deficit fluctuated from a positive number all the way up to 210 down to a negative 180.Intermittently during the case.A test was run on the unit and it ran negative in the end as well.Please have a replacement unit sent to this facility asap as they are down to one usable unit.(b)(6).(b)(4)."".
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device has been returned to the manufacturer w.O.M.World of medicine gmbh on 5th of august 2019.The device was in a condition where it should not have been used for surgery.Relevant findings: - the bag deflector is missing - the left hook is broken - right hook is bent - both trays are bent - the scale pole is bent see also pictures attached.The instructions for use states in - chapter 6 functional check: "perform a visual check of the devices.Do not use the system in case of obvious damage." - chapters 3 purpose and 5 system operation : "warning! do not use this system if a defect is suspected or detected during the function check.This also applies to obvious defects, especially defects and damage to the power plug and power cord." - chapters 3 purpose and 6 functional check: "warning! the functional test must be performed prior to each device use." the root cause of the complaint is therefore the improper handling of the device and the use of the device despite numerous obvious damages.
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