As reported in the trans-radial sheaths pms survey the respondent indicated occlusion and bleeding.The products were not returned for analysis and a product history record (phr) review could not be performed because the lot number for this product is unknown.Without the return of the device or images for analysis, the reported customer events ¿occlusion and bleeding¿ could not be confirmed.The exact cause of the reported events cannot be conclusively determined with the limited information provided.Abrupt vessel closure (occlusion) and hemorrhage (bleeding) are known complications and are listed in the ifu as such.Users are trained to inspect for signs of damage prior to and during use.Any product with damage is not to be used.Information for safety is provided in the products labeling with the intent to make the user aware of the risks.According to the instructions for use (ifu), although not intended as a mitigation of risk, ¿possible complications include, but are not limited to: abrupt vessel closure, additional intervention, allergic reaction (device, contrast medium and medications), air embolism, infection, intimal tear, hematoma at puncture, hemorrhage, inflammation / infection / sepsis, ischemia, perforation of vessel wall, thrombus formation, peripheral nerve injury, pain, vascular complications (e.G.Intimal tear, dissection, pseudo aneurysm, perforation, rupture, spasm, occlusion).¿ based on the information available there is no indication that the event is related to the device design or manufacturing process.Therefore, no preventative or corrective actions will be taken at this time.
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