Y74.0: General hospital and personal-use devices associated with adverse incidents : diagnostic and monitoring devices

Y74.0 refers to instances in which diagnostic and monitoring devices utilized in a general hospital setting or for personal use are involved in adverse events. These devices, which may include items like heart monitors or glucose testers, are designed to detect, measure, or monitor a variety of medical conditions. However, occasionally these devices may not function correctly, leading to incorrect readings or other issues. Factors contributing to these adverse incidents could be from design flaws, misuse, errors in interpretation, or device malfunction. Symptoms associated with these incidents are highly variable and will depend primarily on the specific context, medical condition, and device involved. The resulting impact can range from minor inconveniences to serious, life-threatening medical situations. It is a condition connected to the use and function of medical devices, rather than a specific disease or physiological disorder.