| Model Number |
24706 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Rupture (1546)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
08/15/2023
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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 balloon rupture occurred.The patient was being treated for peripheral artery disease.The 70% stenosed target lesion was located in a mildly tortuous and moderately calcified artery.A 3.5mm x 220mm x 150cm coyote balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the first inflation at 8 atmospheres, the balloon ruptured and would not hold pressure.The device was removed, and the procedure was completed with another coyote balloon catheter.No patient complications were reported.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The patient was being treated for peripheral artery disease.The 70% stenosed target lesion was located in a mildly tortuous and moderately calcified artery.A 3.5mm x 220mm x 150cm coyote balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during the first inflation at 8 atmospheres, the balloon ruptured and would not hold pressure.The device was removed, and the procedure was completed with another coyote balloon catheter.No patient complications were reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Device evaluated by mfr: returned product consisted of a coyote balloon catheter.The outer shaft, inner shaft, balloon and tip were visually and microscopically examined.Visual examination revealed no damages.Microscopic examination revealed a pinhole 18.8cm from the tip.Inspection of the remainder of the device presented no other damage or irregularities.Product analysis confirmed there is a pinhole in the balloon.
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