Product condition received.The product was returned with the membrane completely unfolded and blood on the exterior of the catheter and between the catheter and the sheath.Product evaluation: an underwater leak test of the balloon, catheter, y-fitting and extracorporeal tubing was performed and no leaks were detected.The iab was placed on the cs300 pump and pumped for two hours which represents one complete autofill cycle.The iab pumped normally and no alarm sounded from the pump.Conclusion: the reported events cannot be confirmed by the evaluation.A review of the device history does not indicate any lot specific issues.(b)(4).
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