It was reported that tip detachment occurred.A 5fr imager ii angiographic catheter was selected for a uterine artery embolization procedure.A femoral approach was used to access the mildly calcified eccentrically shaped lesion.The anatomy was not tortuous.During the procedure, approximately 3-5cm of the tip of the catheter detached inside the patient and was visible on fluoroscopy.The tip was retrieved using a snare.The procedure was completed with another of the same device.No patient complications were reported and the patient's status was stable.
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