It was reported that during insertion of an intra-aortic balloon (iab) catheter, the sheath could not be inserted.The iab catheter and sheath were both replaced.However, as there was difficulty inserting the first sheath, the existing incision needed to be made larger in order to insert the second sheath.This was successful and therapy was continued with the second iab and sheath.This report is for the intra-aortic balloon pump (iabp) that was in use during this event.There was no reported malfunction of the iabp.Both iab catheters used in this event are reported on separate mdrs.
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