As originally reported, during an unknown procedure, a roadrunner uniglide hydrophilic wire guide was "sticky and tacky", even when kept wet in a basin of sterile water when not in use.The wire was attempted to be advanced through a cook catheter, however, resistance was felt and the wire became "impossible to pass".Upon removal of the wire, the user was concerned that the coating would "shear off"; however, there was no report any shearing/separation of the coating.Per the reporter, the "sticky and tacky" feeling was felt with any device tracked over this wire.The wire was removed, and a competitor's wire was used for the procedure.A section of the device did not remain inside the patient's body.The patient did not experience any adverse effects or require any additional procedures due to the occurrence.Additional information was received 11mar2024, stating that "clear gelatinous and sometimes powdery" material flaked from the wire; however, the metal was not exposed.Both latex and powdered gloves were worn, and the coating was initially activated with heparinized saline.The wire was used immediately after activation and was used one time.
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