| Model Number |
86706 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Perforation (2205)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
01/12/2023
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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 during preparation for a procedure using a dynamic xt catheter the shaft of the sheath was broken.They exchanged the catheter, and the issue was resolved.The procedure was then completed with no patient complications.The catheter is expected to be returned for analysis.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Upon receipt at boston scientific's post market laboratory the catheter was visually inspected, and it was found the plunger that controls the steering of the catheter had separated from the rest of the handle.The reported allegation of irrigation failure was confirmed, however, the root cause for the break could not be determined from the information provided from the site or from examining the damaged device.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during preparation for a procedure using a dynamic xt catheter the shaft of the sheath was broken.They exchanged the catheter, and the issue was resolved.The procedure was then completed with no patient complications.The catheter has been received for analysis.
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