It was reported the procedure was performed in an unknown vessel.The pressurewire x, wireless device was inserted.However, it was observed the device was peeling.Therefore, the device was removed and replaced.There were no adverse patient effects and no clinically significant delay in the procedure.No additional information was provided.
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The device was not returned for analysis.A review of the lot history record identified no manufacturing nonconformities issued to the reported lot that would have contributed to this event.Additionally, a review of the complaint history revealed no similar complaints reported from this lot.The investigation was unable to determine a cause for the reported peeling.It may be possible that the coating was damaged or peeled off during insertion through the guidewire introducer needle or associated devices; however, without having the device to examine, this could not be confirmed.There is no indication of a product quality issue with respect to the design, manufacture, or labeling of the device.D9, h3: device return status updated from yes to no.
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