The patient was admitted for chest pain and was taken to the cardiac cath suite; noted to have left anterior disease (lad) severe calcification.During the procedure,the device diamondback 360 stopped working appropriately.During use, staff and physician reported the device was making a "grunting noise".The physician immediately stopped and removed the device, guide wire, and guide catheter as a single unit.All pieces came out intact.The patient was monitored and arterial access controlled when the catheter was removed.There was no harm to the patient.The procedure was stopped to ensure patient safety.The patient has since received treatment and is stable with discharge date planned.
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