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Device product

HeartStart MRx Monitor/Defibrillator, Model No. M3535A (861288), M3536A (861289) Product Automated external defibrillators (non-wearable) Product Usage: The HeartStart MRx is for use for the termination of ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation. The device is for use by qualified medical personnel trained in the operation of the device and qualified by training in basic life support, advanced cardiac support, or defibrillation. It must be used by or on the order of a physician.

Z-2035-2018

May 03, 2018

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Philips Electronics North America Corporation
Event
Event 79982
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
5
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-2035-2018

Official wording

Reason: The MRx monitor/defibrillators could fail to charge because the therapy printed circuit board may have been loaded with an incorrect electronic component. Failure to charge could potentially cause therapy to be interrupted or delayed.

Code information: US00588464, US00588657, US00589878, US00591080, US00593861

Distribution pattern: Worldwide Distribution to accounts in OH and NC. Foreign distribution to Lebanon.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    The MRx monitor/defibrillators could fail to charge because the therapy printed circuit board may have been loaded with an incorrect electronic component. Failure to charge could potentially cause therapy to be interrupted or delayed.