MAUDE Adverse Event Report: UNKNOWN ROTAREX; THROMBECTOMY & ATHERECTOMY

Catalog Number 80224

Device Problems Mechanical Jam (2983); Noise, Audible (3273); Physical Resistance/Sticking (4012)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 12/15/2021

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

The catalog number identified in has not been cleared in the us but is similar to the rotarex that are cleared in the us.The pro code and 510 k number for the rotarex are identified in.As the lot number for the device was provided, a review of the device history records will be performed.The sample was not returned to the manufacturer for inspection/evaluation.Therefore, the investigation of the reported event is inconclusive.Based upon the available information, the definitive root cause for this event is unknown.The instructions for use (ifu) is adequate for the reported device/patient code(s) and provides general instructions for use, as well as warnings, precautions and potential complications associated with the device.Upon receipt of new or additional information, a follow-up report will be submitted as applicable.The medical device manufacturer and manufacturing location for the straub product was selected as unknown due to system limitations.The correct medical device manufacturer and manufacturing location are straub medical us.(expiry date: 09/2023).Device not returned.

Event Description

It was reported that during a recanalization procedure through the left femoral artery via a retrograde approach, the device allegedly made a loud and idling sound and was unable to aspirate.It was further reported that the tip of the device got stuck.The device was removed off the patient.The procedure was completed using another device.There was no reported patient injury.

• Brand Name: ROTAREX
• Type of Device: THROMBECTOMY & ATHERECTOMY
• Manufacturer (Section D): UNKNOWN; BR
• Manufacturer (Section G): UNKNOWN; BR
• Manufacturer Contact: judy ludwig ; 800 w. rio salado pkwy; tempe, AZ 85281 ; 4803032689
• MDR Report Key: 13224127
• MDR Text Key: 283600580
• Report Number: 3008439199-2021-00217
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: MCW
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CH
• PMA/PMN Number: K172315
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 12/20/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 01/11/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 80224
• Device Lot Number: 201322
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 12/15/2021
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Age: 69 YR
• Patient Sex: Male