It was reported that after the completion of a right transcarotid artery revascularization (tcar) procedure, the patient failed to respond during a neurological exam.Imaging revealed acute stent thrombosis within the internal carotid artery.The neuro interventionalist elected to clean the thrombosed area and balloon the stent, which resulted in an improvement in the patient's stroke symptoms.At this time, it is unknown if the reported failure is related to procedural issues, patient resistance or non-compliance to medication, or a silk road medical device failure, hence, the event will be reported out of abundance of caution.
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The product associated with this complaint was not returned to the manufacturer for analysis as the device remains implanted.A review of the manufacturing records for this device was completed and no issues were identified that could have led to the adverse event reported.At this time, it is unknown if the reported failure is related to procedural issues, patient resistance or non-compliance to medication, or a silk road medical device failure, hence, the event will be reported out of abundance of caution.Complaints will continue to be reviewed and monitored for trends and a supplemental mdr will be submitted if additional information is received.
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