(b)(4).The device was not returned for analysis.A review of the lot history record identified no manufacturing nonconformities issued to the reported lot that would have contributed to this event.Additionally, a review of the complaint history identified no similar incidents from this lot.It should be noted that the graftmaster rapid exchange (rx), coronary stent graft system, domestic instructions for use, (ifu) states: note the product use by date specified on the package.The investigation determined the reported device expiration issue appears to be related to the use error.There is no indication of a product quality issue with respect to the design, manufacture or labeling of the device.The 2.8 x 19 mm graftmaster stent system is filed under a separate medwatch report number.
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It was reported that the procedure was performed to treat a lesion in the distal left anterior descending (lad) artery.During use of an unspecified device, a perforation occurred.The 2.8 x 19 mm graftmaster stent delivery system was advanced; however, resistance was noted and the delivery system shaft broke.Blood was noted on pull-back.The device was removed without resistance.A second graftmaster, a 3.5 x 16 mm, was then used; however, this stent was expired, but since it was the only one available, it was used.The stent was implanted without issue and the perforation was sealed.Post procedure, the patient was in stable condition.No additional information was provided.
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