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| Model Number |
320002 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Mechanical Problem (1384)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
12/31/2020
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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 inspection of the received complaint device, a bend 11 & 13 cm from the distal tip was identified.The handle and electrodes appeared to be intact.The device was evaluated for curve and planarity.The device did not meet the specification for curve or planarity in the thumb slider forward direction.The device met the curve specification in the thumb slider backward direction; however, the device did not meet the planarity specification in the thumb slider backwards direction.A review of the dhr supports that the device met all inspection and test criteria prior to release from stryker.The reported event could be attributed to mishandling subsequent to distribution, including shipping/storage conditions or improper manipulation of the catheter.The instructions for use (ifu) state: do not introduce the tip folded into the guiding sheath.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 it bends weird.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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