The product was returned with the membrane completely unfolded and blood on the exterior of the catheter.The optical fiber was found to be broken approximately 32.5cm and 33.5cm from the iab tip.A portion of the extracorporeal tubing and male leur was cut from the iab and was not returned.An underwater leak test of the balloon, catheter, y-fitting, and extracorporeal tubing was performed and no leaks were detected.The product was unable to be placed on the pump due to the returned state of the extracorporeal tubing.Therefore, we are unable to confirm the reported failure.A lot history record review was completed for the reported product.No nonconformances were found that are considered to be related to the event.Reference complaint # (b)(4).
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