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Area of Science:

  • Anesthesiology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Medical Device Safety

Background:

  • The Aestiva/5 anesthesia machine is a widely used device in clinical settings.
  • The Bag-Ventilator Switch is a critical component for transitioning between manual and mechanical ventilation.
  • Equipment malfunctions can have serious consequences for patient safety during anesthesia.

Observation:

  • Three instances of Bag-Ventilator Switch failure in Aestiva/5 machines were documented.
  • Each failure resulted in a significant breathing-circuit leak.
  • The failures were attributed to a cracked toggle actuator, residue accumulation, and a cracked selector switch housing.

Findings:

  • Cracked toggle actuators and selector switch housings are identified failure points.
  • Residue build-up can also contribute to the malfunction of the Bag-Ventilator Switch.
  • These failures can lead to sudden and large breathing-circuit leaks during anesthesia.

Implications:

  • Clinicians should consider switch component failure when encountering unexplained breathing circuit leaks.
  • Advancing the mode selector switch to its mechanical limit may be a temporary measure.
  • The findings underscore the critical importance of maintaining readily available backup ventilation equipment.