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This report is being sent as follow-up no.1 to update section h3, and to provide the completed investigation results.Based on the evaluation of the returned sample this report is now deemed not reportable.One tr band, inflator, and packaging were returned to terumo medical corporation for assessment.The sample was subjected to visual analysis.No damage or deformities were noted on the band or inflator.There is 4 ml of air left in the band.The sample was subjected to leak testing.Approximately 18 ml of air was injected into the band and submerged in a water bath for 30 seconds.Air bubbles were observed from the balloon tab.The sample failed leak testing.The sample was subjected to microscopic inspection.Upon microscopic analysis, there is a crack in the connection tube at the v notch.One tr band, inflator, and packaging were returned for assessment, and no damage or deformities were noted on the band or inflator.The sample was subjected to leak testing and leaked at the balloon tab due to a crack in the connection tube at the v notch.The complaint can be confirmed for air leakage issues.The cause is a crack in the connection tube at the v notch.A nonconformance was initiated for this issue.Review of the device history record (dhr) showed there were no issues noted during the manufacture of the product that could have contributed to this complaint condition.Currently, no action is recommended since the risk evaluation is within the predetermined limits in the hazard based risk table (hbrt).
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