Additional information: d10, h3, h6 the reported event of one of the leaflets fractured and dislodged during rotation was confirmed.One leaflet had dislodged and fractured into multiple pieces.The device history record was reviewed to ensure that each manufacturing and inspection operation was performed.There was no evidence of material defect in the carbon coating that may have caused or contributed to the fractured leaflet.The cause of the reported event could not be conclusively determined, however it is consistent with damage caused by some external force applied to the leaflet and orifice, which overstressed the carbon material.Please note, per the instructions for use artmt100045600 version a, "using the valve holder/rotator and an sjm valve holder handle, rotate the valve in situ to the desired position.The valve should rotate freely.If resistance is noted, the valve holder/ rotator may not be properly seated in the valve, the valve may not be in the fully closed position, or the valve may be oversized.If the valve does not rotate freely, do not force valve rotation.".
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