Catalog Number 0684-00-0575 |
Device Problems
Difficult to Insert (1316); Material Twisted/Bent (2981)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 07/12/2020 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Event site full name: (b)(6) hospital.The product has been returned to the manufacturer, but is pending investigation.Once the investigation is completed a supplemental report with our findings will be submitted.Complaint # (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that during the insertion of an intra-aortic balloon (iab), the sheath bent and was unable to be inserted through the sheath.The sheath was replaced and therapy was provided.There was no reported injury to the patient.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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A 6¿ maquet sheath was returned with traces of blood on its exterior.The iab was not returned for evaluation.Further visual examination revealed that the sheath was bent along its length.The returned condition of the sheath indicated a bent along its length.We were unable to determine when this may have occurred.However, a bent sheath can cause a difficult insertion.The evaluation confirmed the reported problem.A lot history record review was completed for the reported product.No non-conformances were found that are considered to be related to the event.Reference complaint (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that during the insertion of an intra-aortic balloon (iab), the sheath bent and was unable to be inserted through the sheath.The sheath was replaced and therapy was provided.There was no reported injury to the patient.
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