During aortogram with left leg angiogram a 4fr angled glide catheter broke, leaving a large remnant in patient.The catheter was appropriately flushed preop during procedure set up and no damage was noted.When md advanced the glidewire advantage through the catheter, he felt a snap and tried to pull catheter out, that's when he noticed the catheter had broken off.An aortogram was performed and a remnant piece of catheter was able to be snared out.The catheter and remaining remnant were placed in biohazard bag and given to asst.Manager as this appears to be a manufacturer issue.
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