It is unknown if the device will be returned.Common name & product code = unavailable as the device lot number, rpn, and gpn are unknown.It is possible that the product code is either lit or dqy.Pma/510(k) number = unavailable as the device lot number, rpn, and gpn are unknown.This report includes information known at this time.A follow-up report will be submitted should additional relevant information become available.
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Blank fields on this form indicate the information is unknown, unchanged, or unavailable.Additional information: b5, d1, d2a, d2b, d4, and g4.Description of event: as reported, during an unknown procedure, an advance 14 lp low profile balloon catheter ruptured.Investigation ¿ evaluation.A document based investigation was performed including a review of complaint history, device history record, drawings, the instructions for use, manufacturing instructions, quality control data, and specifications.The complaint device was not returned; therefore, no physical examinations could be performed.However, a document based investigation evaluation was performed.There is no evidence to suggest the product was made out of specification.A review of the device history record found no non-conformances related to the reported failure mode.Because there are no related non-conformances, adequate inspection activities have been established, there is objective evidence that the dhr was fully executed, and no other lot related complaints that have been received from the field, it was concluded that there is no evidence that nonconforming product exists in house or in field.A review of complaint history records shows no other complaints associated with the complaint device lot.The instructions for use (ifu), provides the following information to the user related to the reported failure mode: device description the balloons are manufactured from an extra-thinwall, high-strength, minimally compliant material.Particular care should be taken in handling the balloons to prevent damage.They will inflate to the indicated size parameters when utilizing proper pressure recommendations.Adhere to balloon inflation pressure parameters indicated in the compliance card insert.Refer to label for further information.Use of a pressure gauge is recommended to monitor inflation pressures.Warnings: do not exceed rated burst pressure.Rupture of balloon may occur.Adhere to balloon inflation pressure parameters in the compliance card insert.Over-inflation may cause rupture of the balloon, which resultant damage to the vessel wall.Use of a pressure gauge is recommended to monitor inflation pressures.Do not use a power injector for balloon inflation.Rupture may occur.Instructions for use balloon preparation choose a balloon appropriate to lesion length and vessel diameter.Upon removal from package, inspect the catheter to ensure no damage has occurred during shipping.Balloon introduction and inflation note: if resistance is met while advancing the balloon dilatation catheter, determine the cause and proceed with caution.Inflate balloon to desired pressure.Adhere to recommended balloon inflation pressures.(see compliance card insert.) if balloon pressure is lost and/or balloon rupture occurs, deflate balloon and remove balloon and sheath as a unit.How supplied: store in a dark, dry, cool place.Avoid extended exposure to light.Upon removal from package, inspect the product to ensure no damage has occurred.A review of relevant manufacturing documents was conducted.It was concluded that the device aspect in question was visually/functionally inspected by quality control and no related gaps in production or processing controls were noted.Cook has concluded that a component failure was the cause of this incident.Per the quality engineering risk assessment, no further action is warranted.Cook will continue to monitor this device via the complaints database for similar complaints.This report is required by the fda under 21 cfr part 803.This report is based on unconfirmed information submitted by others.Neither the submission of this report nor any statement made in it is intended to be an admission that any cook device is defective or malfunctioned; that a death or serious injury occurred; or that any cook device caused or contributed to; or is likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury if a malfunction occurred.
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