Catalog Number FVL10120 |
Device Problems
Misfire (2532); Material Deformation (2976)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 10/27/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The catalog number identified has not been cleared in the us but is similar to the fluency plus endovascular stent graft that are cleared in the us.The pro code and 510 k number for the fluency plus endovascular stent graft are identified.As the lot number for the device was provided, a review of the device history record is currently being 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.Medical device expiration date: 05/2024.
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Event Description
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It was reported that during a stent placement procedure, the stent allegedly partially deployed.It was further reported the device was damaged.The procedure was completed using another device.There was no reported patient injury.
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Event Description
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It was reported that during a stent placement procedure, the stent allegedly partially deployed.It was further reported the device was damaged.The procedure was completed using another device.There was no reported patient injury.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: the catalog number identified in section d4 has not been cleared in the us but is similar to the fluency plus endovascular stent graft that are cleared in the us.The pro code and 510 k number for the fluency plus endovascular stent graft are identified in d2 and g4.H10: manufacturing review: the lot history records of this lot were reviewed with special attention to the manufacturing and inspection of this product and the product was found to have met the specification prior to shipment.Based on the information available it is not reasonably suggested that a manufacturing process may have caused or contributed to the reported issue.Investigation summary: neither a sample nor pictures were available for evaluation.The target vessel was the portal vein which is an off-label use.Based on the provided information the investigation is closed as inconclusive.The reported use of the device for a tips procedure is an off-label use.A definite root cause for the reported event could not be determined.Labeling review: in reviewing the relevant labeling, it was found that the instructions for use sufficiently address the potential risks.Regarding preparation of the device the instructions for use state that 'prior to loading the vascular system over a guide wire, both ports must be flushed with sterile saline (.).Flushing these lumens will also facilitate stent graft deployment.' regarding the anatomy of the placement site the instructions for use states: 'prior to stent graft deployment (.), ensure that the proximal stent graft end is positioned in a straight section of the lumen to reduce the risk of increased deployment forces and possible failure to deploy.' regarding stent graft deployment the instructions for use states: 'during release of the stent graft, the entire length of the flexible deployment system should be kept as straight as possible'.Regarding accessories the instructions for use states: 'a super stiff guide wire (0.035 in.) is advanced from a femoral artery puncture site.Use an introducer sheath for the implant procedure'; the packaging pictograms indicate an introducer size of 9f and a 0.035" guidewire.Regarding indications for use it states: 'for use in the iliac and femoral arteries¿.H11: section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all of the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.H3 other text : device not returned.
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