It was reported that during the procedure but before balloon dilatation, there was a leak in the indeflator, as noted by continuous bubbles in the device when in the negative setting as well as a hissing sound.The physician decided to still use the indeflator and the balloon was inflated twice; however, it was difficult and required more clockwise turning.The balloon was then removed and the indeflator was replaced to complete the procedure.There were no adverse patient effects and there was no reported clinically significant delay in the procedure.No additional information was provided.
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H6 medical device problem code 2017- use after damage.The device was returned for analysis.The reported leak was able to be confirmed.The reported noise was not able to be confirmed.Additionally, unused sterile devices were returned and tested with no issues noted.Reportedly, there was a leak in the indeflator, as noted by continuous bubbles in the device when in the negative setting as well as a hissing sound.The physician decided to still use the indeflator and the balloon was inflated twice; however, it was difficult and required more clockwise turning.It should be noted the indeflator 20/30 instruction for use (ifu) states: do not use if the package is open or damaged, or if product is damaged.The deviation of the ifu does not appear to have caused/contributed to the reported difficulties.A review of the lot history record identified one manufacturing nonconformity issued to the reported lot that would have contributed to this event.Additionally, a review of the complaint history identified one similar incident from this lot.The investigation determined the reported difficulties appears to be related to a potential product quality issue.The issue is being addressed per internal operating procedures.Abbott vascular will continue to trend the performance of these devices.E1.Phone number.
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