Device evaluated by mfr: p elite ous mr 32 x 3.00mm stent delivery system was returned for analysis.A visual examination of the stent found signs of stent damage.The entire stent had moved proximally on the balloon with the stent struts lifted and stretched proximally extending towards the bi-component bond.It was not possible to obtain an undamaged stent.The balloon cones were reviewed, and no issues were noted.The balloon wings were tightly wrapped and evenly folded and were not subjected to positive pressure.A visual and microscopic examination of the bumper tip showed no signs of damage.A visual and tactile examination of the hypotube found multiple kinks along the length of the hypotube shaft.A visual and tactile examination of the outer and mid-shaft section and a visual examination of the inner lumen found issues with bunching noted of the blue inner lumen 78mm proximal to the distal tip.Additionally, stretching and damage was observed along the length of the shaft polymer extrusion section of the delivery shaft.
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