Model Number 7590 |
Device Problems
Material Rupture (1546); Material Deformation (2976)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 08/26/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 85% stenosed target lesion was located in the severely tortuous and severely calcified mid left anterior descending artery.A 2.00mm x 20mm maverick balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.The balloon was inflated twice at 12 atmospheres for 21-22 seconds.However, during the second inflation, the balloon ruptured.It was further noted that the device was kinked due to angulation when crossing the lesion.The device was removed and the procedure was completed with another of same device.No patient complications were reported and the patient condition was stable.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device evaluated by mfr: returned product consisted of a maverick 2mr balloon catheter.The device was visually and microscopically examined.At 20cm from the strain relief the hypotube was kinked.There was contrast and blood in the inflation lumen.There was blood in the guidewire lumen.The balloon was loosely folded with contrast present in the balloon.At 5mm from the tip of the device there was a longitudinal tear for a length of 12mm running proximal to the tip.The tip of the device was also damaged.Product analysis confirmed the reported events as the device was kinked and had a longitudinal tear.
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Event Description
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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 85% stenosed target lesion was located in the severely tortuous and severely calcified mid left anterior descending artery.A 2.00mm x 20mm maverick balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.The balloon was inflated twice at 12 atmospheres for 21-22 seconds.However, during the second inflation, the balloon ruptured.It was further noted that the device was kinked due to angulation when crossing the lesion.The device was removed and the procedure was completed with another of same device.No patient complications were reported and the patient condition was stable.
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