| Medical Device Problem Code |
Use of Device Problem (1670)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Fatigue (1849); Blurred Vision (2137); Dizziness (2194)
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| Date of Event |
01/14/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional 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.Each cartridge lot is subjected to a statistical sampling plan and must pass testing for force (occlusion and loss of prime), cracks, and foreign material prior to release for distribution.(b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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On (b)(6) 2020, the reporter contacted animas alleging that the patient experienced a blood glucose of 267 mg/dl with increased urination, increased drowsiness, increased thirst and blurred vision associated with a loss of prime issue.Reportedly, the patient remained on the pump and was treated with 4 units of insulin administered by the patient's husband.During troubleshooting with customer technical support (cts), it was noted that patient was using expired cartridges.It was also noted that the patient had a subsequent low blood glucose of 39 mg/dl with dizziness and being unsteady on feet after husband administered 4 units of insulin.This pi is being reported due to the patient experiencing an adverse event as a result of user error from the patient using expired cartridges.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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