Life Scope PTRecalls & reported problems across all models
Nihon Kohden Corporation · 3 models in the FDA device registry
Data updated Oct 16, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 203
- Deaths reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 9
- Recalls
- 0
We found 3 models of Life Scope PT by Nihon Kohden Corporation in the FDA's device registry (GUDID). Together they are named in 203 adverse event reports in the FDA's MAUDE database, received between Jan 13, 2017 and Sep 29, 2026 — classified as 2 deaths, 9 injuries, 192 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Output Problem” (80 reports).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event. Widely used products collect more reports, so totals can't be used to compare products or estimate failure rates. Only reports that name a model's exact device identifier are counted. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works
Reports received per month, all models
Most reported Life Scope PT problems
Device problems
- Output Problem80
- Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings25
- Unable to Obtain Readings21
- Power Problem19
- Display or Visual Feedback Problem17
- No Device Output11
- Communication or Transmission Problem10
- Thermal Decomposition of Device10
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions157
- No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient24
- No Consequences Or Impact To Patient23
- Patient Problem/Medical Problem9
- Injury8
- Pressure Sore/Ulcer8
- Abrasion7
- Bruise/Contusion1
Life Scope PT models
3 models, most reported first. Each model has its own page with its reports, recalls and device details.
- Life Scope PT BSM-1733MONITOR, PHYSIOLOGICAL, PATIENT(WITH ARRHYTHMIA DETECTION OR ALARMS)1 death93 reports
- Life Scope PT BSM-1753MONITOR, PHYSIOLOGICAL, PATIENT(WITH ARRHYTHMIA DETECTION OR ALARMS)1 death93 reports
- Life Scope PT BSM-1773MONITOR, PHYSIOLOGICAL, PATIENT(WITH ARRHYTHMIA DETECTION OR ALARMS)17 reports
Recent Life Scope PT adverse event reports
The 15 most recent reports across all models, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Computer Software Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50934449 ↗MalfunctionSep 29, 2026Computer Software Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50932238 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Unable to Obtain Readings; Pumping Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50873523 ↗MalfunctionSep 23, 2026Incorrect Measurement
The Biomedical Engineer (BME) reported the Bedside Monitor (BSM) is intermittently giving inaccurate non-invasive blood pressure (NIBP) readings, and the blood pressure pump sounds very weak. Customer indicated that multiple function tests were performed and the NIBP pump is failing when compared to a known good unit. No patient harm was reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50867930 ↗MalfunctionSep 14, 2026Communication or Transmission Problem; Output Problem
The Biomedical Engineer (BME) reported that they are getting ECG Module Error and communications issues with this BSM-1753A Transport Monitor. He stated he sometimes has to redock the unit several times to be detected by the BSM-6700 host monitor. He noted EKG Module Errors and similar errors have appeared but was not able to provide more details on them. No patient harm was reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50754378 ↗MalfunctionAug 31, 2026Output Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50521601 ↗MalfunctionAug 31, 2026Output Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50519183 ↗MalfunctionAug 27, 2026Electrical /Electronic Property Problem; Failure to Run on Battery
The Biomedical Engineer (BME) reported that the Bedside Monitor (BSM) would power off when it was undocked from a Host/Main Bedside Monitor. No patient harm was reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50477084 ↗MalfunctionAug 26, 2026Computer Software Problem; Application Program Problem; Output Problem
The Biomedical Engineer (BME) reported that the anesthesiologist encountered an error message on a G5 transport monitor during a surgical procedure. During the procedure, the monitor displayed the following error message: Input Unit Error - The input unit software version is incompatible with the main unit. The data in the input unit will be deleted."Because the operating room is currently in patient use, we were unable to verify the serial number or software version of the main unit. The affected BSM-1753A transport monitor is running software version 02-67. Tech Support (TS) advised the BME that they would like to compare the software version of the spare transport monitor that was successfully used in its place to determine whether a software version mismatch may have caused the error. The BME stated he will call back with the software version of the spare transport monitor so we can continue troubleshooting which they have not doneThey did call back with the initial BSM-1753A transport monitor with the error message and took it to another room and docked it to another BSM-6701A Bedside Monitor (BSM). The BSM-6701A went into a boot loop sequence. It would show connect input unit
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50452921 ↗MalfunctionAug 19, 2026Unable to Obtain Readings; Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings; Output Problem
The Biomedical Engineer (Biomed) reported that during setup the NIBP pump and SpO2 readings on the BSM-1733A were intermittently failing. No patient harm was reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50326284 ↗MalfunctionAug 18, 2026Unable to Obtain Readings; Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings; Output Problem
The Biomedical Engineer (Biomed) reported that during setup the NIBP pump and SpO2 readings on the BSM-1733A were intermittently failing. No patient harm was reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50309174 ↗MalfunctionAug 14, 2026Loose or Intermittent Connection; Unable to Obtain Readings; Output Problem
The Biomedical Engineer (Biomed) reported that the ECG port on the BSM was not keeping a secure connection with the ECG cable, causing the ECG readings to be intermittent. No patient harm was reported.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50256157 ↗MalfunctionAug 12, 2026No Display/Image; Display or Visual Feedback Problem
The Biomedical Engineer (BME) reported that the Bedside Monitor's screen was not displaying anything, even though the power light was green. No reports of patient harm.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50226201 ↗MalfunctionAug 4, 2026Unable to Obtain Readings; Output Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50133289 ↗MalfunctionJul 27, 2026No Device Output; Device-Device Incompatibility; Compatibility Problem
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 50041432 ↗
Other Nihon Kohden Corporation products
All Nihon Kohden Corporation devices →Sources and updates
- Models: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026. Models are grouped by the brand name the manufacturer registered.
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 16, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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