| Catalog Number |
CS-24706-E |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Twisted/Bent (2981)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
04/23/2025
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported "(b)(6) 2025, the doctor found the swg kinked during use on the same patient." the user changed to a new set to resolve the issue.There was no patient harm or injury.No medical intervention required.The patient's current condition is reported as "fine".
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported "(b)(6) 2025, the doctor found the swg kinked during use on the same patient." the user changed to a new set to resolve the issue.There was no patient harm or injury.No medical intervention required.The patient's current condition is reported as "fine".
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).The actual device was not returned; however, the customer provided two photos for analysis.Visual analysis showed two kinked guide wires, which confirms the customer report; however, a complete visual inspection could not be performed as no sample was returned for analysis.A device history record review was performed, and no relevant findings were identified.The ifu provided with the kit informs the user, "do not use excessive force when introducing guidewire or tissue dilator as this can lead to vessel perforation, bleeding, or component damage".The customer report of kinked guide wire was confirmed by visual inspection of the customer supplied photos.However, full complaint verification testing could not be performed as no sample was returned for analysis.A device history record review was performed, and no relevant findings were identified.Without the device to evaluate, the probable cause could not be determined from the available information.Teleflex will continue to monitor and trend for reports of this nature.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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