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| Model Number |
81207 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Deformation (2976)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/22/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was returned to stryker sustainability solutions for evaluation.Upon visual inspection of the received complaint device, a bend was identified three cm from the distal tip and distal to the transition point.A twist in the catheter shaft was identified fifteen cm from the distal tip and distal to the transition point.The handle, steering knob, and electrodes appeared to be intact.The device did not meet the curve specification nor the planarity specification.A review of the dhr supports that the device met all inspection and test criteria prior to release from stryker.The most likely root cause is mishandling subsequent to distribution, including shipping/storage conditions or improper manipulation of the catheter.The instructions for use (ifu) state: do not exert excessive pressure during placement of catheter if unknown resistance is encountered.Do not attempt to use the reprocessed ep catheter prior to completely reading and understanding the directions for use.Avoid manual pre-bending of distal curve, as this may damage steering mechanism of steerable catheters.The reported event will continue to be monitored through post-market surveillance.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported the duadeca catheter had a significant curve and could not be used.There was no patient injury, medical intervention, or extended procedure time reported.These are commonly used devices that are readily available.
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