MAUDE Adverse Event Report: CLEARSTREAM TECHNOLOGIES LTD. SLEEK RX PTA CATHETER; PTA BALLOON DILATATION CATHETER

Model Number	425-2022X
Medical Device Problem Codes	Inflation Problem (1310); Material Rupture (1546)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	06/15/2021
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an angioplasty procedure, the pta balloon allegedly failed to inflate.The procedure was completed using another device.There was no reported patient injury.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Manufacturing review: a complaint history review was performed.This is the second complaint reported for this product/lot number combination.A device history record review was conducted and there was nothing found to indicate there was a manufacturing related cause for this event.Investigation summary: the device was returned for evaluation.During the evaluation the balloon was inflated with water.The balloon failed to remain inflated due to a pinhole rupture noted 70mm from the proximal marker band.The result of the investigation is confirmed for the reported balloon inflation issue.The root cause for the reported balloon inflation issue could not be determined based upon the available information received from the field communications and sample evaluation.Labeling review: instructions for use for sleek pta rapid exchange (rx) dilatation catheter product family was reviewed the following sections are applicable: description: the sleek percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (pta) peripheral catheter family comprise a range of sizes of rapid exchange catheters for peripheral angioplasty.The catheter¿s proximal tubing is 304v stainless steel and the distal coaxial tubings are nylon co-polymer blend.The lumen of the shaft is used for the purpose of inflating and deflating the balloon.A second lumen at the tip is used for advancing the guidewire.Indications: the sleek catheters are intended for balloon dilatation of the femoral, popliteal and infra-popliteal arteries.These catheters are not designed to be used in the coronary arteries.Warnings: reuse, resterilization, reprocessing and/or repackaging may create a risk of patient or user infection, compromise the structural integrity and/or essential material and design characteristics of the device, which may lead to device failure, and/or lead to injury, illness or death of the patient.Precautions: carefully inspect the catheter prior to use to verify that the catheter has not been damaged during shipment and that its size, shape and condition are suitable for the procedure for which it is to be used.Do not use if product damage is evident.¿ proper functioning of the catheter depends on its integrity.Care should be used when handling the catheter.Damage may result from kinking, stretching, or forceful wiping of the catheter.If the hypotube kinks prior to or during use the catheter should be discarded.No attempt should be made to straighten a kink in the hypotube.Storage: store in a cool, dark, dry place.Use the catheter prior to the ¿use by¿ date specified on the package.Directions for use: inspection and preparation remove the balloon sleeve by first withdrawing the shipping mandrel slightly and then slowly removing the sleeve while holding the catheter as close to the balloon as possible.If any resistance is felt, or if any stretching of the catheter is observed while removing the balloon sleeve, the product should not be used.The catheter should then be inspected for bends, kinks or stretched portions.Do not use if product damage is evident.Deflation and withdrawal: simultaneously withdraw the dilatation catheter and guidewire from the guiding catheter/sheath.As the balloon exits the vessel, use a smooth, gentle, steady, motion.If resistance is felt upon removal then the balloon, guidewire and the guiding catheter/sheath should be removed together as a unit under fluoroscopic guidance, particularly if balloon rupture or leakage is known or suspected.This may be accomplished by firmly grasping the balloon catheter and guiding catheter/sheath as a unit and withdrawing both together, using a gentle twisting motion combined with traction.(expiry date: 04/2023).
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Manufacturing review: a complaint history review was performed.This is the second complaint reported for this product/lot number combination.A device history record review was conducted and there was nothing found to indicate there was a manufacturing related cause for this event.Investigation summary: the device was returned for evaluation.During the evaluation the balloon was inflated with water.The balloon failed to remain inflated due to a pinhole rupture noted 70mm from the proximal marker band.The result of the investigation is confirmed for the reported balloon inflation issue.The root cause for the reported balloon inflation issue could not be determined based upon the available information received from the field communications and sample evaluation.Labeling review: instructions for use for sleek pta rapid exchange (rx) dilatation catheter product family was reviewed the following sections are applicable: description: the sleek percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (pta) peripheral catheter family comprise a range of sizes of rapid exchange catheters for peripheral angioplasty.The catheter¿s proximal tubing is 304v stainless steel and the distal coaxial tubings are nylon co-polymer blend.The lumen of the shaft is used for the purpose of inflating and deflating the balloon.A second lumen at the tip is used for advancing the guidewire.Indications: the sleek catheters are intended for balloon dilatation of the femoral, popliteal and infra-popliteal arteries.These catheters are not designed to be used in the coronary arteries.Warnings: reuse, resterilization, reprocessing and/or repackaging may create a risk of patient or user infection, compromise the structural integrity and/or essential material and design characteristics of the device, which may lead to device failure, and/or lead to injury, illness or death of the patient.Precautions: carefully inspect the catheter prior to use to verify that the catheter has not been damaged during shipment and that its size, shape and condition are suitable for the procedure for which it is to be used.Do not use if product damage is evident.¿ proper functioning of the catheter depends on its integrity.Care should be used when handling the catheter.Damage may result from kinking, stretching, or forceful wiping of the catheter.If the hypotube kinks prior to or during use the catheter should be discarded.No attempt should be made to straighten a kink in the hypotube.Storage: store in a cool, dark, dry place.Use the catheter prior to the ¿use by¿ date specified on the package.Directions for use: inspection and preparation remove the balloon sleeve by first withdrawing the shipping mandrel slightly and then slowly removing the sleeve while holding the catheter as close to the balloon as possible.If any resistance is felt, or if any stretching of the catheter is observed while removing the balloon sleeve, the product should not be used.The catheter should then be inspected for bends, kinks or stretched portions.Do not use if product damage is evident.Deflation and withdrawal: simultaneously withdraw the dilatation catheter and guidewire from the guiding catheter/sheath.As the balloon exits the vessel, use a smooth, gentle, steady, motion.If resistance is felt upon removal then the balloon, guidewire and the guiding catheter/sheath should be removed together as a unit under fluoroscopic guidance, particularly if balloon rupture or leakage is known or suspected.This may be accomplished by firmly grasping the balloon catheter and guiding catheter/sheath as a unit and withdrawing both together, using a gentle twisting motion combined with traction.(expiry date: 04/2023).
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during an angioplasty procedure, the pta balloon allegedly failed to inflate.The procedure was completed using another device.There was no reported patient injury.

• Brand Name: SLEEK RX PTA CATHETER
• Common Device Name: PTA BALLOON DILATATION CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): CLEARSTREAM TECHNOLOGIES LTD.; moyne upper; enniscorthy, co. wexford N A ; EI N A
• Manufacturer (Section G): CLEARSTREAM TECHNOLOGIES LTD.; moyne upper; enniscorthy, co. wexford N A ; EI N A
• Manufacturer Contact: judy ludwig ; 800 w. rio salado pkwy; tempe, AZ 85281 ; 4803032689
• MDR Report Key: 12915454
• Report Number: 9616666-2021-00218
• Device Sequence Number: 5719123
• Product Code: LIT
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741132292
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741132292
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: KS
• PMA/510(K) Number: K072947
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date (Section B): 11/03/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 425-2022X
• Device Catalogue Number: 425-2022X
• Device Lot Number: CMES0521
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 08/19/2021
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Initial
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 11/03/2021
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 12/02/2021
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 05/27/2020
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown