| Model Number |
80617 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Break (1069); Fracture (1260)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
05/13/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the tip of the microcatheter was fractured.A renegade stc 18 catheter infusion was selected for use in transarterial chemoembolization (tace).During preparation, the outer package was unpacked.However, it was discovered that the tip of the microcatheter was fractured.The procedure was completed with a different device.There were no complications reported and the patient is stable.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Device evaluated by manufacturer: the device was returned for analysis.The device was returned in the original shipping tube.The device was taken out of the shipping hoop and a portion of the device was completely detached from the rest of the shaft.The portion that was detached was approximately 8cm long from the hub.The shipping hoop was hydrated, and the remainder of the devices shaft was removed with no issues.No other damage was noticed.Inspection of the remainder of the device apart from the observed damage, revealed no other damage or irregularities.The complaint for a shaft break was confirmed.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the tip of the microcatheter was fractured.A renegade stc 18 catheter infusion was selected for use in transarterial chemoembolization (tace).During preparation, the outer package was unpacked.However, it was discovered that the tip of the microcatheter was fractured.The procedure was completed with a different device.There were no complications reported and the patient is stable.
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