MAUDE Adverse Event Report: CORDIS CORPORATION SABER; CATHETER, ANGIOPLASTY, PERIPHERAL, TRANSLUMINAL

Catalog Number	48006030X
Medical Device Problem Code	Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Type of Reportable Event	Serious Injury
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Additional information is pending and will be submitted within 30 days upon receipt.
Event or Problem Description
As reported, a 6mm 30cm saber percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (pta) balloon got caught in a calcified tibial and detached from the catheter and remained in the body.The device will be returned for evaluation.
Event or Problem Description
As reported, a 6mm 30cm saber percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (pta) balloon got caught in a calcified tibial and detached from the catheter and remained in the body.Additional information and device return was requested; however, neither were obtained after multiple attempts made.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
As reported, a 6mm 30cm saber percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (pta) balloon got caught in a calcified tibial and detached from the catheter and remained in the body.Additional information and device return was requested; however, neither were obtained after multiple attempts made.The device was not returned for analysis.A product history record (phr) review of lot 82317144 revealed no anomalies or non-conformances during the manufacturing and inspection processes that can be associated with the reported event.The reported "balloon- separated¿ could not be confirmed as the device was not returned for analysis.The exact cause cannot be determined.Based on the information available for review, vessel characteristics of calcification was the most likely contributing factor as stated in the event description the balloon snagged on the calcification.It is likely upon removal, the separation occurred leaving a portion of the balloon behind.However, without the return of the device for analysis and with the limited additional information provided, it is difficult to ascertain the root cause between the device and the event reported.According to the warnings in the safety information in the instructions for use ¿prior to angioplasty, the catheter should be examined to verify functionality and integrity, and ensure that its size and shape are suitable for the specific procedure for which it is to be used.Do not use if product damage is suspected or evident.To reduce the potential for vessel damage or the risk of dislodgement of particles it is very important that the inflated diameter of the balloon should approximate the diameter of the vessel just proximal and distal to the lesion.The balloon dimensions are printed on the product label.The compliance table incorporated with the product shows how balloon diameter increases as pressure increases.Do not exceed the rated burst pressure recommended on the label.The rated burst pressure is based on the results of in vitro testing.At least 99.9% of the balloons (with a 95% confidence) will not burst at or below their rated burst pressure.Use of a pressure monitoring device is recommended to prevent over-pressurization.Pressure in excess of the rated burst pressure can cause balloon rupture and potential inability to withdraw the catheter through the introducer sheath.Balloon rupture can cause vessel damage and the need for additional intervention.Use only the recommended balloon inflation medium (a 50/50 mixture by volume of contrast medium and normal saline).Never use air or any gaseous medium to inflate the balloon.¿ according to the safety information of the instructions for use ¿if resistance is felt upon removal, then the balloon, guidewire and the sheath should be removed together as a unit, particularly if balloon rupture or leakage is known or suspected.Proper functioning of the catheter depends on its integrity.Care should be used when handling the catheter.Damage may result from kinking, stretching, or forceful wiping of the catheter.Forceful handling can result in catheter separation and the subsequent need to use a snare or other medical interventional techniques to retrieve the pieces.Always verify integrity of the catheter after removal.¿ neither the phr nor the information available suggest a design or manufacturing related cause for the reported event; therefore, no corrective/preventive action will be taken at this time.

• Brand Name: SABER
• Common Device Name: CATHETER, ANGIOPLASTY, PERIPHERAL, TRANSLUMINAL
• Manufacturer (Section D): CORDIS CORPORATION; 14201 nw 60 avenue nw 60 avenue; miami lakes FL 33014
• Manufacturer (Section G): CORDIS US CORP.; 14201 nw 60 avenue; miami lakes FL 33014
• Manufacturer Contact: karla castro ; coyol free zone, building b25, , , costa rica; el coyol alajuela bld 25 ; 7863138372
• MDR Report Key: 21018759
• Report Number: 3007635982-2024-00319
• Device Sequence Number: 18425193
• Product Code: LIT
• UDI-Device Identifier: 20705032068182
• UDI-Public: (01)20705032068182(17)270731(10)82317144
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K971010
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): Unknown
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Health Professional,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 03/05/2025

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
• Device Catalogue Number: 48006030X
• Device Lot Number: 82317144
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: Not provided
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/25/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 12/26/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 03/05/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/08/2024
• 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
• Concomitant Medical Products and Therapy/Usage Dates: UNKNOWN.
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Other; Life Threatening
• Patient Sex: Unknown