H10: the catalog number identified in section d4 has not been cleared in the us but is similar to the e-luminexx vascular stent that are cleared in the us.The pro code and 510 k number for the e-luminexx vascular stent are identified in d2 and g4.H10: manufacturing review: a review of manufacturing records was not performed, as additional complaints have not been reported for this lot.Based on the information available it is not reasonably suggested that a manufacturing process may have caused or contributed to the reported issue.However, the lot history records of this lot were reviewed with special attention to the manufacturing and inspection of this product and the product was found to have met the specification prior to shipment.Investigation summary: the stent delivery system was returned for evaluation.Provided photos show part of the delivery system detached from the handgrip.During evaluation, the handgrip was found completely disassembled and the stent was not found in the catheter as it was already deployed.Based on evaluation of the provided photos and returned sample, the investigation is confirmed for detachment.A definite root cause of the reported incident can not be identified.Labeling review: in reviewing the relevant labeling it was found that the instructions for use sufficiently address the potential risks.With regards to general warnings, the instructions for use states that "should unusual resistance be felt at any time during the procedure, the entire system (introducer sheath or guiding catheter and stent delivery system) should be removed as a single unit".Regarding warnings, the instructions for use states "visually inspect the bard e-luminexx vascular stent to verify that the device has not been damaged due to shipping or improper storage.Do not use damaged equipment".H10: d4 (expiry date: 03/2024), g3, h6 (device).H11: h6 (method, result, conclusion).H11:section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all of the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.H3 other text : see h10.
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