| Model Number |
3855 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
01/10/2023
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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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It was reported that the blade was exposed.A 15mmx3.00mm wolverine coronary cutting balloon was selected for use.During the procedure, it was noted that the blade was defective and exposed.No patient complications reported.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the blade was exposed.A 15mmx3.00mm wolverine coronary cutting balloon was selected for use.During the procedure, it was noted that the blade was defective and exposed.No patient complications reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The wolverine cb mr, us 15mmx3.00mmwas returned for analysis.A visual and microscopic examination identified that the balloon was returned in a deflated state.The balloon had been subjected to positive pressure.Three blades were present on the balloon surface.Approximately 4mm of a proximal section of one blade was lifted but not detached; part of the pad was also lifted (approximately 1mm at the site of the lifted blade.No damage was observed to the remaining blades.A visual and tactile examination found no kinks present along the hypotube.A visual and tactile examination found no damage along the shaft polymer extrusion.No issues were noted with the tip of the device.A visual and microscopic examination found no issue with the marker bands.The balloon was inflated to its rated burst pressure of 12 atmospheres with no leaks noted.
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