Model Number 1871 |
Device Problem
Difficult to Advance (2920)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 09/02/2020 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that the procedure was cancelled.A 6f guidezilla ii guide extension catheter was selected for use however, it was noted that there was resistance inside the guiding catheter.The procedure was cancelled.No patient complications were reported.
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Event Description
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It was reported that the procedure was cancelled.A 6f guidezilla ii guide extension catheter was selected for use however, it was noted that there was resistance inside the guiding catheter.The procedure was cancelled.No patient complications were reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device evaluated by mfr: the device was returned for evaluation.Microscopic and visual inspection revealed numerous kinks in the shaft.Inspection of the rest of the device found no other damage or defect.The outer diameter (od) of the shaft was measured with a calibrated micrometer.The undamaged od measured.066 inch, meeting the specification and the damaged od of the shaft measured.082 inch, exceeding the specification.Device to device testing was carried out by inserting the tip of the guidezilla into the hub of the guide catheter and advancing.The guidezilla advanced in the returned guide for 7.6cm and then stopped.The shaft stopped advancing at the location of the first kink.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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