According to the reporter, the guide wire was bent and stuck in the catheter during the operation/insertion on the patient and the operation was not completed.It was necessary to remove the guide wire together (at the same time) with the catheter.They slowly removed the guide wire with a little force.No tools used when trying to remove the guidewire.When removed, the guidewire was still intact.The guidewire provided with the kit was being used.No other products being utilized with the device.No other defects/damages found on the product.Nothing unusual observed on the device prior to use.The guide wire was intact when the package was opened.Flushing was done prior to use and the result was smooth.There was blood loss of about 5ml and blood transfusion was not required.No intervention/treatment required as a result of the event.The device was not repaired.No cleaning agent used on the device.They replaced or adopted other treatment plans/options and surgical method.The product was replaced with another competitor's product to resolve the issue and the procedure was completed.There was no reported patient outcome.
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