It was reported that the stent deployed prematurely.An 8x80x130 innova stent was selected for use for a patient procedure.When the surgeon removed the device from the packaging, it was noted that the stent was already deployed.Therefore the device was not used.The procedure was completed successfully after replacing the device with a new innova stent.No patient complications were reported.The patient was not affected by the reported issue.Device evaluated by mfr: the returned product consisted of an innova self-expanding stent delivery system (sds).The outer sheath, mid-shaft, and the remainder of the device were checked for damage.Visual examination showed a kink at the nosecone.It was noticed that the stent was partially deployed approximately 7mm from the distal side of the markerband.The thumbwheel was rotated to verify functionality of the device.The stent started to deploy as designed with no issues.Inspection of the remainder of the device, apart from the observed damage, revealed no other damage or irregularities.
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