(b)(4).Teleflex received the device for investigation.The reported complaint of iab leak suspected is confirmed.A puncture to the bladder, consistent with contact from the broken fiber, was found near the distal tip of the catheter.Additionally, the iabc central lumen was found broken near the distal tip of the iabc.Both confirmed leaks could result in blood entering the helium pathway; however, it cannot be determined which leak occurred first.The root cause of the complaint is undetermined.A device history record (dhr) review was conducted for the lot number with no relevant findings.The device passed all manufacturing specifications prior to release.Teleflex assessed the risk for the reported complaint.There are no new or revived risk.This will be monitored for any developing trends.
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