The production device history record (dhr) for this intra-aortic balloon pump (iabp) was not required to be reviewed as per company standard operating procedure since the device manufacture date is greater than one year from the event date.
(b)(6).
A getinge service territory manager (stm) was dispatched to evaluate the intra-aortic balloon pump (iabp).
The stm was able to confirm the reported issue.
The problem was due to a faulty power supply.
The stm disassembled the unit, removed and replaced the power supply.
The stm completed all safety, functionality, and calibration checks and all tests passed to factory specifications.
The iabp is due for preventative maintenance (pm) at which time the batteries and safety disk will be replaced and the unit returned to clinical use.
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