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FDA MAUDE adverse event data · 1993–2026

What the Data Shows About Filter, Infusion Line

The FDA MAUDE database aggregates 1,148 adverse-event reports for Filter, Infusion Line spanning the period from 1993 through 2026. Of these, 3 are classified as death reports, 88 as injury reports, and 1,021 as malfunction reports under FDA adverse-event categorization rules. Report counts do not by themselves indicate a device is unsafe — widely used devices and longer market histories naturally generate larger raw counts, so proportional and comparative reads are more informative than totals alone.

The adverse-event profile breaks down across 5 distinct event types and 10 reported patient-outcome categories, giving a multi-dimensional view that goes beyond a single headline number. A total of 20 distinct product-problem codes appear in the reports, with Fluid/Blood Leak topping the list at 377 reports. Reports are associated with 10 different manufacturers in the MAUDE record, reflecting both OEMs and repackagers of this device category.

Annual reporting volume is tracked across 34 years of MAUDE data, with the peak single-year volume reaching 160 reports — trend shape often reflects changes in device adoption, reporting rules, or FDA enforcement focus rather than underlying device behavior alone. Events are documented across 10 reported care-setting categories (hospital, home, ambulatory surgery center, etc.). All figures reflect the openFDA MAUDE snapshot last refreshed on . This page is informational and is not medical advice — discuss device-safety questions with your healthcare provider.

1,148
Total Reports
3
Death Reports
88
Injury Reports
1,021
Malfunctions

Event Types

Malfunction 1,021 (88.9%)
Injury 88 (7.7%)
Other 21 (1.8%)
15 (1.3%)
Death 3 (0.3%)

Patient Outcomes

972 (83.7%)
Other 91 (7.8%)
Required Intervention 64 (5.5%)
Hospitalization 13 (1.1%)
R 10 (0.9%)
Life Threatening 5 (0.4%)
Death 3 (0.3%)
L 1 (0.1%)
O 1 (0.1%)
Disability 1 (0.1%)

Top Product Problems

Fluid/Blood Leak 377
Crack 73
Leak/Splash 43
Disconnection 25
Break 18
Material Puncture/Hole 10
No Flow 10
Obstruction of Flow 10
Device Contamination with Chemical or Other Material 7
Backflow 6
Material Separation 6
Complete Blockage 5
Defective Component 5
Defective Device 4
Filtration Problem 4
Reflux within Device 4
Air Leak 3
Detachment of Device or Device Component 3
Device Damaged Prior to Use 3
Improper Flow or Infusion 3

Yearly Trend

93
1993: 2
94
1994: 13
95
1995: 13
96
1996: 12
97
1997: 17
98
1998: 13
99
1999: 25
00
2000: 37
01
2001: 61
02
2002: 20
03
2003: 32
04
2004: 14
05
2005: 23
06
2006: 14
07
2007: 14
08
2008: 44
09
2009: 33
10
2010: 32
11
2011: 20
12
2012: 21
13
2013: 44
14
2014: 67
15
2015: 25
16
2016: 95
17
2017: 53
18
2018: 35
19
2019: 31
20
2020: 18
21
2021: 160
22
2022: 36
23
2023: 39
24
2024: 47
25
2025: 34
26
2026: 4

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Event Locations

399 (34.8%)
I 378 (32.9%)
HOSPITAL 312 (27.2%)
HOME 21 (1.8%)
NO INFORMATION 14 (1.2%)
UNKNOWN 11 (1.0%)
OTHER 5 (0.4%)
INVALID DATA 4 (0.3%)
OUTPATIENT TREATMENT FACILITY 3 (0.3%)
NURSING HOME 1 (0.1%)

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Data Source

FDA Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database via the openFDA API. Reports are submitted by manufacturers, healthcare facilities, and patients. Report counts do not indicate a device is unsafe — higher-use devices naturally generate more reports.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the FDA MAUDE database. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.