It was reported that prior to use, during unpacking of the xience v 3.0 x 18 mm device, the shaft was found to be kinked.The device was not used on the patient.The procedure was completed with another xience v stent.There was no reported clinically significant delay in the procedure.Returned device analysis noted that the proximal shaft was torn and broken.Although it was initially reported that the shaft was noted to be kinked, additional information received clarified that the torn and broken proximal shaft was the damage noted during unpacking of the device.No additional information was provided.
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(b)(4).Evaluation summary: the device was returned for analysis.The kink, tear, and break were confirmed.Based on a visual inspection analysis of the returned device, there is no indication of a product deficiency.A review of the lot history record revealed no non-conformances that would have contributed to the reported event.A query of the electronic complaint handling database revealed no other incidents for kinks, breaks or for torn material on the shaft reported from this lot.Based on the information reviewed, there is no indication of a product deficiency.
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