MAUDE Adverse Event Report: EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES, PR SWAN-GANZ BIPOLAR PACING CATHETER FOR FEMORAL INSERTION

Model Number PE075F5

Device Problem Material Separation (1562)

Patient Problem No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)

Event Date 08/24/2020

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

One bipolar pacing catheter with attached monoject 1.3 cc limited volume syringe was returned for evaluation.Blood was visible on catheter body and windings.As received, the catheter tip and distal lead wire were completely broken off and the balloon was found to be torn around the balloon circumference near the proximal windings.The broken section and torn balloon were not returned.Furthermore, the proximal windings and proximal electrode were slid to distal side.Closer examination confirmed that the tip of the broken section was tapered and cross surface of the broken catheter tip appeared to be uneven and rough.Residual latex was observed under the proximal windings.No visible damage to the proximal windings or returned syringe was observed.Visual examination was performed under microscope at 20x magnification and with the unaided eyes.A device history record review was completed and documented that device met all specifications upon distribution.Customer report of balloon issue was confirmed.An investigation has been initiated to consider any potential manufacturing factors that may have contributed to this complaint and implement any necessary corrective actions.Invasive procedures involve some patient risks.Although serious complications are relatively uncommon, the physician is advised, before deciding to insert or use the catheter, to consider the potential benefits in relation to the possible complications.The techniques for insertion, methods of using the catheter to obtain patient data information, and the occurrence of complications is well described in the literature.It is common clinical practice to check balloon integrity by inflating it to the recommended volume in order to detect any asymmetry or leakage condition before use of the catheter.It is unknown if user or procedural factors may have contributed to the event.Complaint histories for all reported events are reviewed against trending control limits on a monthly basis, and any excursions above the control limits are assessed and documented as part of this monthly review.

Event Description

It was reported that the balloon of the swan ganz catheter did not inflate during use.It is unknown if the balloon inflated at the inflation test before use.Patient demographic information requested but unavailable.There were no patient complications reported.

• Brand Name: SWAN-GANZ BIPOLAR PACING CATHETER FOR FEMORAL INSERTION
• Type of Device: PACING CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES, PR; state rd indus pk 402 km 1.4; anasco PR 00610
• Manufacturer (Section G): EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES, PR; state rd indus pk 402 km 1.4; anasco PR 00610
• Manufacturer Contact: jessica atallah ; 1 edwards way; irvine, CA 92614 ; 9492500249
• MDR Report Key: 10659632
• MDR Text Key: 213198746
• Report Number: 2015691-2020-13928
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LDF
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: K813521
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: company representative,distri
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 08/25/2020

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 10/09/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 11/18/2020
• Device Model Number: PE075F5
• Device Lot Number: 61689682
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 09/09/2020
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 09/25/2020
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 11/21/2018
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1