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Issued: 05 June 2007 at 11:00 |
Ref: MDA/2007/046
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Information request |
| Device: External defibrillator batteries for the Lifepak 20 manufactured by Medtronic. |
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| Problem: Some Lifepak 20 defibrillators have been fitted with batteries that may have a reduced capacity. Some of the affected batteries have also been sold separately. When on battery power, a 'low battery: connect to AC power' message may be displayed. Connecting to an AC supply allows continued use of the device. |
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Distributed to: NHS trusts in England - Chief Executives* * via CE Bulletin |
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| Contacts: Details of manufacturer contacts and MHRA contacts for technical and clinical aspects. Change of address or removal from address list for Healthcare Commission. |
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Action deadlines for the Safety Alert Broadcast System (SABS)
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Deadline (action underway): 26 June 2007
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Deadline (action complete): 31 July 2007
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MDA/2007/046 - External defibrillator batteries for the Lifepak 20 manufactured by Medtronic 
