Same case as 2134265-2015-03083 and 2134265-2015-03084.It was reported that automatic pullback failure occurred.During a percutaneous coronary intervention (pci), an ilab ultrasound imaging system was used in conjunction with an atlantis¿ sr pro imaging catheter and a sled to visualize the left anterior descending artery.However, it was noted that the catheter failed to show an image.Also, it was noted that a motor drive unit (mdu) overload has occurred and the automatic pullback failed.The procedure was completed with another of the same device.No patient complications were reported and the patient's status was stable.
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Age at time of event: 18 years or older.(b)(4).Device evaluated by manufacturer: the complaint device was received for evaluation.Device analysis revealed no issues and appears to be in good condition.It was observed that the catheter flushed normally.The telescope assembly was able to properly pull back, advance, or retract.Impedance testing shows a good unit wave form.By using a test pullback sled assembly, the catheter was able to properly pull back manually and automatically.The sled was not returned with the catheter the test was performed with a control sled in the complaint lab.The catheter was properly recognized by the imaging system when plugged into the mdu and not connection issues or errors were detected during its testing.During image characterization testing, a good square image appeared in the ilab system.The manufacturing batch record review confirmed that the device met all material, assembly and performance specifications.The root cause is not confirmed as there was no evidence of the alleged issue or any anomalies which could have contributed to the reported difficulty.(b)(4).
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