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Model Number 45007 |
Device Problems
Difficult to Advance (2920); Material Deformation (2976)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 03/03/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that the infusion line peeled up.A 2.1mm jetstream xc atherectomy catheter was selected for use in an atherectomy and angioplasty procedure in the 90% stenosed left superficial femoral artery (sfa) and popliteal artery.There was difficulty advancing the device once in the mid sfa of the left lower extremity.The device was slowly advanced in minimum tip mode until it was unable to advance.At this time, it was observed that the outer layer was peeling up.The device was removed using rex mode.The procedure was successfully completed using a ranger drug-coated balloon in the left sfa and a sterling balloon in the popliteal artery.No patient complications were reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device eval by manufacturer: the device returned to boston scientific consisted of a jetstream xc-2.1 atherectomy catheter.The baton and electrical connection were cut off the device from the customer site when received.The device was visually examined for any shaft damage.Visual and microscopic examination showed multiple bends and buckling/kinks along the shaft.The device showed a burst infusion sheath on the catheter shaft located 84cm to 87cm from the tip.The device could not be functionally tested due to the baton and electrical connections being cut off.Inspection of the remainder of the device, apart from the observed damage, revealed no other damage or irregularities.The complaint of the device having shaft damage was confirmed.
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