MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ANGIODYNAMICS 400 MICRON FIBER PROCEDURE KIT; VENACURE ENDOVENOUS LASER TREATMENT FIBER

Catalog Number	EVLTPVAK
Medical Device Problem Code	Fracture (1260)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	01/04/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
It was reported that the device is not available to be returned to the manufacturer for evaluation.The results of the investigation will be sent via a follow up medwatch.Reference (b)(4).
Event or Problem Description
An end user reported an issue with a pvak -- 400 micron perforator and accessory vein ablation kit.While unpacking, the fiber was found to be fractured.The following procedure was completed with another same device and the patient did not experience any adverse effects, harm, or require medical intervention as a result of this incident.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The customer's reported complaint description of 'fiber was observed to be fractured during unpacking' cannot be confirmed because the fiber complaint sample was not returned for evaluation.Without receiving a complaint sample for evaluation, a definitive root cause cannot be determined.During the packaging step, the fibers are inspected for damage.Potential root cause is handling damage after leaving angiodynamics facility.A review of the device history records was performed for the indicated lots for any deviations related to the reported failure mode of the complaint.The review confirms that the lots met all material, assembly and performance specifications; i.E.No ncr associated with reported failure mode.Labeling review: the directions for use (14601411-01) which is supplied to the end user with the reported catalog number contains the following statement: warning: contents supplied sterile using an ethylene oxide (eo) process.Do not use if sterile barrier is damaged.If damage is found, call your sales representative.Inspect prior to use to verify that no damage has occurred during shipping.Intended use: the venacure evlt 400 m perforator and accessory vein ablation kit is intended for use in the treatment of superficial vein reflux of the greater saphenous vein associated with varicosities.The venacure evlt 400 m perforator and accessory vein ablation kit is indicated for treatment of incompetence and reflux of superficial veins in the lower extremity, and for treatment of incompetent (i.E.Refluxing) perforator veins (ipvs).Equipment handling requirements: venacure evlt 400 m perforator and accessory vein ablation kit: using sterile technique open the pack, place all contents into sterile field and inspect for damage.Do not use if any component is damaged.If damage is present, contact customer service or your local representative.A review of the angiodynamics complaint system noted no adverse trends for this complaint type and product family.This type of complaint will continue to be monitored for trends.Reference (b)(4).

• Brand Name: 400 MICRON FIBER PROCEDURE KIT
• Common Device Name: VENACURE ENDOVENOUS LASER TREATMENT FIBER
• Manufacturer (Section D): ANGIODYNAMICS; 603 queensbury avenue; queensbury NY 12804
• Manufacturer (Section G): ANGIODYNAMICS; 603 queensbury avenue; queensbury NY 12804
• Manufacturer Contact: alexandra invencio ; 26 forest street; marlborough, MA 01752 ; 5086587990
• MDR Report Key: 18621519
• Report Number: 1319211-2024-00006
• Device Sequence Number: 2369092
• Product Code: GEX
• UDI-Device Identifier: H787EVLTPVAK5
• UDI-Public: H787EVLTPVAK5
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: NV
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K041957
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): Unknown
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 02/28/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: EVLTPVAK
• Device Lot Number: 5806812
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/04/2024
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/20/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 02/01/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 02/28/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 11/29/2023
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown