| Model Number |
86721 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
04/22/2022
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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Reportable based on analysis completed on (b)(6) 2022.During preparation, a radia catheter was selected for use.It was reported that the catheter was defective and did not work.A different catheter was used to complete the procedure.No patient complications were reported.During product analysis, it was observed the distal end detached from the catheter shaft.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was received at boston scientific for analysis.Visual inspection noted the distal end was detached from the catheter shaft.It is possible the distal end was dissected because the device was stuck and an excessive force applied could cause the damage, or bad manipulation during the preparation could cause the damage observed.
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