Servo Ventilator

Device:
All Servo ventilators 300 and 300A with automode function. Manufactured by Maquet Critical Care AB (previously Siemens).

Immediate Action Required

Problem:
Risk of inadequate ventilation of neonatal or paediatric patients without warning by any alarm.

Action:
Identify if you have any Servo 300 or 300A ventilators that have an automode function. When using the automode function with either pressure control (PC) or pressure regulated volume control ventilation (PRVC) mode in the neonatal or paediatric patient range, ensure that:

* the set inspiratory rise time is in the range 7-10%
* the water level of the humidifier chamber is maintained according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Ensure that users are aware of and act on Maquet’s Field Safety Notice.
Action by:
All paediatric intensive care staff using these ventilators.
Contact:

Manufacturer
Colin Moralee Maquet Ltd

Tel: 0191 519 6200

E-mail: cmoralee@maquet.co.uk

SOURCE: MHRA