Catalog Number 0684-00-0475 |
Device Problems
Entrapment of Device (1212); Failure to Advance (2524)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 10/16/2018 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The device has not been returned to the manufacturer so we are unable to complete an evaluation.If provided we will send a supplemental report with our additional findings.(b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that during intra-aortic balloon (iab) preparation for insertion, a retainer tube remained on iab catheter after removing it from the t-handle retainer.During iab insertion, it was noticed that iab was difficult to advance further.The reporter was advised to remove the iab catheter and insert the another iab.The position of iab catheter was checked using transoesophageal echocardiogram (toe) and it was in the correct position.Therefore it was decided not to exchange the iab and therapy was able to be provided.There was no reported injury to the patient.
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Event Description
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It was reported that during intra-aortic balloon (iab) preparation for insertion, a retainer tube remained on iab catheter after removing it from the t-handle retainer.During iab insertion, it was noticed that iab was difficult to advance further.The reporter was advised to remove the iab catheter and insert the another iab.The position of iab catheter was checked using transoesophageal echocardiogram (toe) and it was in the correct position.Therefore it was decided not to exchange the iab and therapy was able to be provided.There was no reported injury to the patient.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The product was returned with the membrane completely unfolded and blood on the exterior of the catheter.One retainer tube was observed over the catheter tubing.The t-handle was also returned separate with two retainer tubes inside.No damage was observed on the membrane or inner lumen.The retainer tubes were evaluated and found to be within dimensional specification.An underwater leak test of the balloon, catheter, y-fitting and extracorporeal tubing was performed and no leaks were detected.A leak may impact the ability to maintain vacuum.The evaluation confirmed the retainer over the catheter tubing.We are unable to determine how this may have occurred.A device and lot history record review was completed for the reported product.No nonconformances were found that are considered to be related to the event.(b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that during intra-aortic balloon (iab) preparation for insertion, a retainer tube remained on iab catheter after removing it from the t-handle retainer.During iab insertion, it was noticed that iab was difficult to advance further.The reporter was advised to remove the iab catheter and insert the another iab.The position of iab catheter was checked using transoesophageal echocardiogram (toe) and it was in the correct position.Therefore it was decided not to exchange the iab and therapy was able to be provided.There was no reported injury to the patient.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The product has been returned to the manufacturer, but is pending investigation.Once the investigation is completed a supplemental report with our findings will be submitted.(b)(4).
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