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 could not be conclusively determined.The device history record for this oad lot number has been reviewed.No issues or discrepancies were noted during this review that would have contributed to the reported event.The device met material, assembly, and quality control requirements.Csi id: (b)(4).
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A diamondback coronary orbital atherectomy device was selected for treatment of a non-tortuous but severely calcified lesion in the left anterior descending artery (lad).The lesion was 95%-98% stenosed, 10-12mm in length with a vessel diameter of 3.75.The oad was operated for three to four treatment passes at low speed without issue.The patient complained of shortness of breath and minor chest pain.The oad was removed, and imaging was performed.A significant vessel perforation was identified just distal to the lesion.The physician and consulting surgeon remarked that the size of the perforation was larger than they had experienced.A pericardial effusion occurred.A balloon was advanced and inflated to ensure that the vessel was sealed.The patient was intubated and sent to the operating room (or).The balloon, wire, guide catheter and sheath remained in vivo, to maintain homeostasis, and prevent a bleed out.The devices were later removed in surgery.After five hours the distal lad could not be located, and the proximal lad was tied off.After two additional hours in the or, significant blood loss caused the surgeon to stop the procedure.The patient remained stable.The following day, an echocardiogram showed that the anterior wall lacked motion; however, the opinion of the physician was that the patient would remain stable.The patient passed away a few days later on (b)(6) 2020.
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