The device history record (dhr) review confirmed that the device met all material, assembly and performance specifications.During the analysis of the returned device, it was revealed that main coil proximal end was within the catheter hub and the main coil was prematurely detached/ separated due to a physical break at the main coil junction.In addition, blood was also noted in the hub.Functional testing could not be performed due to the condition of the returned device.Additional information reported that the device was confirmed to be in good condition prior to use.The presence of blood on the device indicates insufficient flush though this cannot be conclusively determined.Based on the information currently available and the device inspection, it is probable that the coil was damaged during advancement causing the as reported event.An assignable cause of procedural factors will be assigned to the analysed ¿main coil prematurely detached/separated inside patient' as the issue is associated with a product that meets stryker design and manufacture specifications and was used in accordance with the dfu but due to procedural and/or anatomical factors during use, the device performance was limited.
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