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Model Number 45007 |
Device Problems
Difficult to Remove (1528); Material Deformation (2976); Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 10/31/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported there was difficulty removing the jetstream catheter from the sheath causing a rip in the catheter.This 2.1mm jetstream xc catheter was selected for use for this atherectomy procedure.During the procedure, the jetstream catheter was difficult to remove from the terumo sheath.When removing, the jetstream catheter ripped and the sheath turned "inside out".The procedure was completed successfully without sequalae.
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Event Description
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It was reported there was difficulty removing the jetstream catheter from the sheath causing a rip in the catheter.This 2.1mm jetstream xc catheter was selected for use for this atherectomy procedure.During the procedure, the jetstream catheter was difficult to remove from the terumo sheath.When removing, the jetstream catheter ripped and the sheath turned "inside out".The procedure was completed successfully without sequelae.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device eval by manufacturer: the device returned to boston scientific consisted of a jetstream xc-2.1 atherectomy catheter.Visual examination revealed the baton was cut off the device prior to return, and the catheter shaft was stuck in the returned 7fr sheath.Visual and microscopic examination showed multiple areas of infusion sheath damage/buckling.The device showed a burst infusion sheath on the catheter shaft located 33cm from the tip.The device could not be tested due to the extreme damage on the shaft.Inspection of the remainder of the device, apart from the observed damage, revealed no other damage or irregularities.The complaint of the device having shaft damage was confirmed likely due to user handling issues.
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