Model Number VERSION 1.0 |
Device Problems
Material Deformation (2976); Mechanical Jam (2983)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 05/17/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during a recanalization procedure in the left superficial artery via the right common femoral artery, catheter allegedly had multiple clutches.It was further reported that the catheter was reinserted and wobble was noted throughout the entire length of the catheter.Reportedly catheter was removed.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 medical device manufacturer (d3) and manufacturing location (g1) for the straub product was selected as unknown due to system limitations.The correct medical device manufacturer and manufacturing location are straub medical us.H10: 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.H10: d4 (expiry date: 11/2024).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: device not returned.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: the medical device manufacturer (d3) and manufacturing location (g1) for the straub product was selected as unknown due to system limitations.The correct medical device manufacturer and manufacturing location are straub medical us.H10: manufacturing review: a manufacturing review was conducted and there was nothing found to indicate there was a manufacturing related cause for this event.Investigation summary: the physical sample was not returned for evaluation and a physical investigation was not possible.Also, no images or videos were received for review.The user report contains information regarding mechanical jam and wobble of the catheter.As no sample was available and provided information is not sufficient to confirm reported malfunction.Therefore, the investigation is inconclusive for the reported failure as no objective evidence was provided for review.A definitive root cause could not be determined based upon the available information.Labeling review: a review of product labeling documentation (e.G., procedural instructions, indications, warnings, precautions, cautions, possible complications, contraindications, nursing guide, and unit label) did not find any product labeling inadequacy.H10: b5, d4 (expiration date: 11/2024), g3, h6 (device, method).H11: section a through f ¿ the information provided by bd represents all 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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Event Description
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It was reported that during a recanalization procedure in the left superficial femoral artery via the right common femoral artery, the catheter allegedly had multiple clutches.It was further reported that the catheter was reinserted and wobble was noted throughout the entire length of the catheter.Reportedly, the catheter was removed.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 medical device manufacturer (d3) and manufacturing location (g1) for the straub product was selected as unknown due to system limitations.The correct medical device manufacturer and manufacturing location are straub medical us.H10: manufacturing review: a manufacturing review was conducted and there was nothing found to indicate there was a manufacturing related cause for this event.Investigation summary: the physical sample was not returned for evaluation and a physical investigation was not possible.Also, no images or videos were received for review.The user report contains information regarding mechanical jam and wobble of the catheter.As no sample was available and provided information is not sufficient to confirm reported malfunction.Therefore, the investigation is inconclusive for the reported failure as no objective evidence was provided for review.A clear root cause could not be identified but a blockage of the catheter represents a known inherent risk.Labeling review: a review of product labeling documentation (e.G., procedural instructions, indications, warnings, precautions, cautions, possible complications, contraindications, nursing guide, and unit label) did not find any product labeling inadequacy.H11: section a through f ¿ the information provided by bd represents all 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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Event Description
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It was reported that during a recanalization procedure in the left superficial artery via the right common femoral artery, the catheter allegedly had multiple clutches and was running at fifty percentage of the rpm indicator bar.It was further reported that the catheter was removed, flushed, and reinserted; however, the same action was noted with a noticeable wobble that could be seen throughout the entire length of the catheter.Reportedly, the catheter was removed intact and a new six french size catheter was used to successfully treat the patient.There was no reported patient injury.
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