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Model Number 24690 |
Device Problems
Material Puncture/Hole (1504); Material Deformation (2976)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 06/08/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that shaft perforation occurred.A 7.0mmx30mmx80cm (4f) sterling balloon catheter was prepared for use.However, prior to advancing over the guidewire, the physician noticed that the shaft of the balloon was torn.Additionally, it was noted that the device was kinked.The procedure was completed with a 7x20 sterling balloon catheter.No patient complications were reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device evaluated by mfr.: returned product consisted of a sterling balloon catheter.The outer shaft, inner shaft, balloon, and tip were visually and microscopically examined.A kink was visible 55.8 cm from the hub.The balloon was inflated to 14atm and held for one minute.There was no further damage to the sterling balloon.
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Event Description
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It was reported that shaft perforation occurred.A 7.0mmx30mmx80cm (4f) sterling balloon catheter was prepared for use.However, prior to advancing over the guidewire, the physician noticed that the shaft of the balloon was torn.Additionally, it was noted that the device was kinked.The procedure was completed with a 7x20 sterling balloon catheter.No patient complications were reported.
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