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It was reported that during an angioplasty procedure, upon inflating the balloon, it was noticed that the balloon was not holding pressure.It was further reported that balloon catheter was removed and after inflating outside the patient body , a small pinhole was noticed in the balloon.The procedure was completed using another device.There was no reported patient injury.
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As the lot number for the device was provided, a review of the device history records will be performed.The sample was not returned to the manufacturer for inspection/evaluation.Therefore, the investigation of the reported event is inconclusive.Based upon the available information, the definitive root cause for this event is unknown.The instructions for use (ifu) is adequate for the reported device/patient code(s) and provides general instructions for use, as well as warnings, precautions and potential complications associated with the device.Upon receipt of new or additional information, a follow-up report will be submitted as applicable.
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