Failure analysis conclusion: the oad was received at csi for analysis along with the driveshaft fragment.Upon visual examination of the driveshaft, the reported fracture was observed.The device was observed under scanning electron microscopy, which identified fatigue at the site of the fracture.It is hypothesized that this driveshaft underwent excessive flexing near the crown due to spinning in excessive tortuosity or resistance that pushed the driveshaft into a tight bend shape, although the exact root cause of this reported complaint is undetermined.It should be noted that the diamondback 360® coronary orbital atherectomy system instructions for use manual states, "never force the crown if any resistance is felt within the vessel as vessel perforation may occur.If resistance is felt, retract the crown, while monitoring the cause of the resistance, and immediately stop treatment.Use fluoroscopy to analyze the situation and to monitor the cause of the resistance." at the conclusion of the failure analysis investigation, the reported fracture event was confirmed.The device history record for this device lot number has been reviewed.No issues or discrepancies were noted during this review that would have contributed to the reported event and the device met material, assembly, and quality control requirements prior to distribution.Csi id: (b)(4).
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