| Model Number |
IMPELLA CP |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Deformation Due to Compressive Stress (2889)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
02/21/2022
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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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The complainant reported a patient noted as high-risk percutaneous coronary intervention needing an impella cp device for mechanical circulatory support.It was reported that there were suction alarms directly after implanting the impella.A kink was noted under fluoroscopy.The physician attempted to reposition the device but was unable to unkink the catheter.The impella was removed, assessed, and reimplanted without issue.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The impella device was not received from the customer, therefore, investigation of the device was not possible.Should the device or any new information be received, a supplemental mdr will be filed.This report is being filed as part of a retrospective review of historical records.
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