| Model Number |
400SMTSFT0410 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Separation Failure (2547)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
04/21/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This device is available for return.A follow up mdr will be submitted upon completion of the device investigation.
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Event or Problem Description
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The patient was undergoing a coil embolization procedure in the internal carotid artery (ica) using a penumbra smart coil (smart coil) and a penumbra smart coil detachment handle (handle).During the procedure, the physician advanced the smart coil into the target vessel and attempted to detach it using the handle; however, the smart coil failed to detach.Then, the physician made an additional attempt; however, it was unsuccessful; therefore, the smart coil was removed.The procedure was completed using a new smart coil and the same handle.There was no report of an adverse effect to the patient.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Please note that the device associated with this complaint was expected to be returned; however, additional information received from the penumbra sales representative indicated that the device was disposed of and is no longer available for return.Therefore, without the return of the device, the root cause of the problem cannot be determined.The manufacturing records for this lot were reviewed and did not reveal any outstanding discrepancies, design, or quality concerns.
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