MAUDE Adverse Event Report: EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES, PR FOGARTY THRU-LUMEN EMBOLECTOMY CATHETER

Model Number 12TLW803F

Device Problem Material Rupture (1546)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Our product evaluation lab received one model number 12tlw803f catheter without any attached components.The balloon was found to be ruptured.A closer examination found no deterioration was on the latex.After cutting the distal windings, it was unable to determine if edges matched up.Per the ifu, balloon rupture and catheter separation as a result of excessive pull force applied to remove adherent material are the most frequent causes of reported failures.To minimize the risk of vessel damage, balloon rupture, or tip detachment, do not exceed the maximum recommended inflation volume and pull force for each size catheter.No visible damage or inconsistency was observed from catheter body and windings.Thru-lumen was patent without any leakage or occlusion.A device history record review was completed and documented that the device met all specifications upon distribution.An engineering evaluation has been initiated to assess for any manufacturing-related processes which could be correlated to the complaint.Complaint histories for all reported events are reviewed against trending control limits, and any excursions above the control limits are assessed and documented as part of this monthly review.

Event Description

It was reported that the balloon of model 12tlw803f fogarty catheter from lot 64394458 did not inflate during the inflation test before use in the patient.The issue was resolved by replacing the device with a new one.There were no patient complications reported.Per the product evaluation findings, the balloon ruptured, however it was unable to determine if the edges matched up.There was no deterioration found.

Manufacturer Narrative

Engineering evaluation was completed and concluded that a product risk assessment escalation was met.Complaint histories for all reported events are reviewed against trending control limits, and any excursions above the control limits are assessed and documented as part of this monthly review.

• Brand Name: FOGARTY THRU-LUMEN EMBOLECTOMY CATHETER
• Type of Device: FOGARTY THRU-LUMEN
• Manufacturer (Section D): EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES, PR; state rd indus pk 402 km 1.4; anasco PR 00610
• Manufacturer (Section G): EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES, PR; state rd indus pk 402 km 1.4; anasco 00610
• Manufacturer Contact: jonathan diaz ; 1 edwards way; irvine, CA 92614 ; 9492507258
• MDR Report Key: 16024524
• MDR Text Key: 306247575
• Report Number: 2015691-2022-10210
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: DXE
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K892410
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): Y
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 02/09/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 12TLW803F
• Device Catalogue Number: 12TLW803F
• Device Lot Number: 64394458
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 11/30/2022
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 12/05/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 12/21/2022
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 02/06/2023
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 02/09/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/23/2022
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1