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MalfunctionDSP

CARDIOSAVE HYBRID, TYPE G PLUG

Received Jul 30, 2026 · Event occurred Jul 10, 2026

Report 2249723-2026-0003662 · MDR key 50080882

Device

Generic name

System, Balloon, Intra-aortic And Control

Manufacturer

Datascope Corp.

Model number

0998-00-0800-52

Catalog number

0998-00-0800-52

Product problems

  • Failure to Read Input Signal

Patient

Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

It was reported by customer that during clinical use the CARDIOSAVE Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) fiber optic sensor failure. Patient involved, no harm reported. Getinge fiber optic balloon was used. No parts were replaced Fault code 53 occurred on first visit and the phrase "Fiber Optic Sensor Failure" with yellow text color warning also occurred.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

Upon completion of the investigation into this event a follow up report will be submitted.