MAUDE Adverse Event Report: BIOSENSE WEBSTER INC THERMOCOOL® SMART TOUCH® SF UNI-DIRECTIONAL NAVIGATION CATHETER; CARDIAC ABLATION PERCUTANEOUS CATHETER

Catalog Number D134721IL

Device Problems Material Puncture/Hole (1504); Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings (1535)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 07/24/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

The product investigation was completed.Device evaluation details: the device was returned to biosense webster (bwi) for evaluation.A visual inspection and screening test of the returned device were performed following bwi procedures.Visual analysis revealed that there was a bent and a hole on the surface of the tip area (pebax).The device was connected to carto 3 system, and the device was visualized and recognized correctly; however, error 106 appeared on the system due to an open circuit in the tip area.The damage at the tip and the hole at the pebax could be related to the issue found and the issue reported by de customer.All units are inspected prior to leaving the facility as there are functional tests and inspections at control points based on the process flow diagram (pfd) per its part number to avoid this type of damage from leaving the facility.A manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished device 31066009l number, and no internal actions related to the reported complaint condition were identified.The issue reported by the customer was confirmed.It should be noted that product failure is multifactorial.The instructions for use (ifu) contain the following recommendations: to ensure accurate force readings, verify that the force reading is near zero when the catheter is not in contact with tissue.If the force reading is not near zero when the catheter is not in contact with tissue, perform zeroing.If the force problem persists, replace the catheter cable or the catheter.In order to prevent damage to the catheter tip, use the insertion tube supplied with the catheter to advance or retract the catheter through the hemostasis valve of the sheath.After insertion, slide the insertion tube back toward the handle.As part of biosense webster's quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.If additional information is received regarding this event, a supplemental 3500a report will be submitted to the fda.Manufacturer's reference number: (b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that a patient underwent an unspecified ablation procedure with a thermocool® smart touch® sf uni-directional navigation catheter and post procedure the bwi product analysis lab identified a hole in the pebax.During the procedure, there was a problem with the force of the catheter.A second device was used to complete the operation.There was no adverse event reported on patient.The hole in the pebax is mdr-reportable.The force issue is not mdr-reportable.

• Brand Name: THERMOCOOL® SMART TOUCH® SF UNI-DIRECTIONAL NAVIGATION CATHETER
• Type of Device: CARDIAC ABLATION PERCUTANEOUS CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): BIOSENSE WEBSTER INC; 31 technology drive, suite 200; irvine CA 92618
• Manufacturer (Section G): BIOSENSE WEBSTER INC (JUAREZ); circuito interior norte; 1820parque industrial salvacar; juarez 32599 ; MX 32599
• Manufacturer Contact: kate karberg ; 31 technology dr; irvine, CA 92618 ; 3035526892
• MDR Report Key: 18115328
• MDR Text Key: 328289636
• Report Number: 2029046-2023-02607
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LPB
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CH
• PMA/PMN Number: P030031/S053
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,Health Professional
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 11/10/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 11/10/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: D134721IL
• Device Lot Number: 31066009L
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 10/03/2023
• Date Manufacturer Received: 10/16/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 05/23/2023
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1