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MalfunctionCBC

WATER TRAP

Received Dec 9, 1998 · Event occurred Aug 18, 1998

Report 1423507-1998-00359 · MDR key 201078

Device

Generic name

Water Trap

Model number

5275P

Catalog number

5275P

Lot number

804298

Product problems

  • Detachment Of Device Component
  • Decrease in Pressure
  • Valve(s), failure of

Patient

55 YR

  • Unknown (for use when the patient's condition is not known)

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

WATER TRAP RELEASE VALVE SEPARATED FROM THE MAIN BODY RESERVOIR RESULTING IN A LOSS OF INHALATION PRESSURE ON PURITAN BENNETT VENTILATOR.