The device history record for the reported oad could not be reviewed as the lot number was not provided.The results of the investigation are inconclusive since the reported device was not returned for analysis.Based on the information received, the cause of the reported event was related to use not consistent with the instructions for use.The peripheral orbital atherectomy systems (oas) ifu warns the oas cannot be used in coronary arteries.Furthermore, treatment of a lesion within a bypass graft or stent is listed as a contraindication.Csi id: (b)(4).
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A diamondback 360 peripheral orbital atherectomy device (oad) was used to treat an 70% stenosed, severely calcified, proximal left anterior descending artery (lad).Following a twenty-five second treatment, the oad bogged down and stopped spinning.It was advised that the physician discontinue treatment as they were using the oad off-label.The patient experienced chest pain.During removal of the oad, the device became stuck in the vessel.The driveshaft and coronary viperwire guide wire were cut at the oad handle.The physician attempted to use excessive force to remove the cut driveshaft and guide wire, however, was unsuccessful.A snare was used to remove the system.The crown wrapped around an existing stent and the stent came out with the oad.Following, the patient coded on the table.Chest compressions were administered.The patient was revived and a temporary ventricular support device was placed.The patient remained stable.A new guide wire was advanced into the vessel.Following, the patient went into ventricular tachycardia which was resolved with defibrillation.Three stents were placed in the lad and circumflex artery.The patient was stable.
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