Model Number 39200 |
Device Problem
Material Deformation (2976)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 07/18/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that stent damage occurred.A 8 x 80 x 120 epic vascular stent was selected for use.However, after unpacking, it was noticed that there was a space at the tip of the stent.The procedure was completed with another of same device.There were no patient complications reported and the patient status was stable.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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A2 - age at time of event: 18 years or older.E1 - initial reporter phone: (b)(6).
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Event Description
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It was reported that stent damage occurred.A 8 x 80 x 120 epic vascular stent was selected for use.However, after unpacking, it was noticed that there was a space at the tip of the stent.The procedure was completed with another of same device.There were no patient complications reported and the patient status was stable.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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A2 - age at time of event: 18 years or older.E1 - initial reporter phone: (b)(6) epic vascular 8x80x120 was received for analysis.The device was received with the stent partially deployed on the delivery system.No issues were noted with the stent.Blood and possible body matter was identified on the device.A visual examination identified no issues with the tip of the device.A visual and tactile examination found the sheath of the device to be damaged.This type of damage is consistent with excessive force being applied to the device.A visual examination identified no issues or damage to the handle of the device.The safety lock was in place on the rack of the device.
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