MAUDE Adverse Event Report: BIOSENSE WEBSTER INC OPTRELL MAPPING CATHETER; CATHETER, ELECTRODE RECORDING, OR PROBE, ELECTRODE RECORDING

Catalog Number D140901

Device Problems Signal Artifact/Noise (1036); Coagulation in Device or Device Ingredient (1096)

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

Event Date 08/17/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that a patient underwent an id vt  (idiopathic ventricular tachycardia) ablation procedure with a optrell mapping catheter there was a lot of noise on nearly every electrode pairing of the catheter.The catheter cable was replaced without resolution.The catheter was removed and there was clot on the catheter (tip of paddle).Act (activated clotting time) was above 400 seconds.The catheter was cleaned and reinserted and there was noise on all electrodes.The catheter was removed again and there was more clot noted (all over the paddle).The act had still exceeded 400 seconds.The ablation catheter was then inserted to complete mapping.No patient consequences were reported.The noise is not mdr-reportable.The clotting is mdr-reportable.

Manufacturer Narrative

This report is being submitted pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which has not been investigated or verified prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by biosense webster, inc., or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the product, biosense webster, inc.Or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If information is obtained that was not available for the initial report, a follow-up report will be filed as appropriate.If additional information is received regarding this event, a supplemental 3500a report will be submitted to the fda.Manufacturer's reference number: (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

On 23-oct-2023, the bwi product analysis lab received the device for evaluation.The product investigation was subsequently completed.It was reported that a patient underwent an id vt (idiopathic ventricular tachycardia) ablation procedure with a optrell mapping catheter there was a lot of noise on nearly every electrode pairing of the catheter.The catheter cable was replaced without resolution.The catheter was removed and there was clot on the catheter (tip of paddle).Act (activated clotting time) was above 400 seconds.The catheter was cleaned and reinserted and there was noise on all electrodes.The catheter was removed again and there was more clot noted (all over the paddle).The act had still exceeded 400 seconds.The ablation catheter was then inserted to complete mapping.No patient consequences were reported.Device evaluation details: the device was returned to biosense webster for evaluation.A visual inspection, electrical, and patency test of the returned device were performed in accordance with bwi procedures.The device was visually inspected, and thrombus/clot attached on one on electrode of the device's tip was observed.An electrical test was performed, and no electrical issues were found.A patency test was performed, and the device was flushing correctly, no obstructed holes were observed.No irrigation issues were observed.A manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished device number lot 31065283m and no internal actions related to the complaint were found during the review.The thrombus/clot issue reported by the customer was confirmed.It should be noted that product failure is multifactorial.In the other hand, the electrical issue reported by the customer could not be replicated during the product investigation; other issues or circumstances may have occurred during the usage of the device that compromised its performance.The instructions for use contain the following recommendation: ecg (electrocardiogram) noise is typically generated as the result of the improper connection of the body surface ecg patch to the patient.This noise is the most significant during ablation.To resolve this situation, verify the proper connection.It is recommended to turn off the notch filter for this verification.As part of biosense webster's quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.If additional information is received regarding this event, a supplemental 3500a report will be submitted to the fda.Manufacturer's reference number: (b)(4).

• Brand Name: OPTRELL MAPPING CATHETER
• Type of Device: CATHETER, ELECTRODE RECORDING, OR PROBE, ELECTRODE RECORDING
• Manufacturer (Section D): BIOSENSE WEBSTER INC; 31 technology drive, suite 200; irvine CA 92618
• Manufacturer (Section G): BIOSENSE WEBSTER INC (JUAREZ); circuito interior norte; 1820parque industrial salvacar; juarez 32599 ; MX 32599
• Manufacturer Contact: kate karberg ; 31 technology dr; irvine, CA 92618 ; 3035526892
• MDR Report Key: 17750422
• MDR Text Key: 323486220
• Report Number: 2029046-2023-02080
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: DRF
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10846835023015
• UDI-Public: 10846835023015
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K211438
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Health Professional
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 10/23/2023

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 Expiration Date: 05/22/2024
• Device Catalogue Number: D140901
• Device Lot Number: 31065283M
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 08/17/2023
• Initial Date FDA Received: 09/14/2023
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 10/02/2023
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 10/23/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 05/23/2023
• 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