The data files were returned and analyzed.The data files confirmed that system notice 50012 ¿the refrigerant delivery path is obstructed¿ was observed with multiple balloon catheters on the date of the event.The product issue reported system notice 50012 is not likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury; however, the risk of the patient being under general anesthesia without full therapeutic effect is the adverse event being reported.The decision to abort the procedure without use of alternate therapy was based upon the medical judgment of the physician.The physical product was not returned for analysis.If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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It was reported that during a cryo ablation procedure, a system notice was received indicating that the refrigerant delivery path was obstructed.The coaxial umbilical cable was reconnected without resolve.The tank, vacuum and airway were checked.The coaxial umbilical cable, electrical umbilical cable, and auto connection box were replaced without resolve.The console was rebooted, the gas was vented, and the tank replaced, without resolve.The balloon catheter was then replaced without resolve.The procedure was aborted with the patient under general anesthesia.No patient complications have been reported as a result of this event.
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