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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received over 250 reports of vascular access device ruptures with power injectors. These events, including fragmentation, impact patient safety and healthcare providers.

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Area of Science:

Medical device safety
Vascular access technology

Background:

Vascular access devices (VADs) are crucial for patient care.
Power injectors are increasingly used for rapid fluid administration.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze adverse event reports concerning VADs used with power injectors.
To identify the frequency and nature of VAD ruptures.

Main Methods:

Review of adverse event reports submitted to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Categorization of reported incidents including device rupture and fragmentation.

Main Results:

Over 250 adverse event reports involving VAD rupture with power injectors were received by the FDA.
Reported events include device rupture and fragmentation.

Conclusions:

Vascular access device rupture during power injector use is a significant safety concern.
These events pose risks to both patients and healthcare providers, necessitating further investigation and potential interventions.