inforMED
InjuryFIB

TRANSDUCER PROTECTOR

Received Dec 4, 1995 · Event occurred Oct 23, 1995

Report 2243621-1995-00851 · MDR key 28990

Device

Generic name

Transducer Protector

Manufacturer

Gelman Sciences

Catalog number

04-9207-4

Lot number

UNKNOWN

Product problems

  • Complete Blockage
  • Restricted Flow rate

Patient

UNKNOWN

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

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

FACILITY ALLEGED THAT BLOOD IS BACKING UP INTO THE TP'S AND CAUSING THE DIALYZER'S TO CLOT OFF. THEY ALSO REPORT USING 30 TP'S FOR A 13 HR SHIFT. THERE WERE NO PT INJURIES OR MEDICAL INTERVENTION REQUIRED.