| Model Number |
408309 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Gas/Air Leak (2946)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/21/2025
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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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During the atrial fibrillation procedure, there was an air leak form the sheath.After patient contact, it was noted that the sheath was pulling back air upon flushing.The device was replaced, and the procedure was completed with no adverse consequences to the patient.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information: g3, h2, h3, h6, h11.The results of the investigation are inconclusive since the device was not returned for analysis.Review of the device history record was not possible as the lot number is unknown.Based on the information received, the cause of the reported incident of a leak could not be conclusively determined.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Correction: g3, h2, h11.The results of the investigation are inconclusive since the device was not returned for analysis.The device history record was reviewed to ensure that each manufacturing and inspection operation was performed.Based on the information received, the cause of the reported incident of a leak could not be conclusively determined.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information: d9, g3, h2, h3, h6, h11.One 8.5f agilis steerable introducer sheath and dilator were received for evaluation.Functional testing determined a leak was noted in the hemostasis valve.The cap was removed from the hemostasis hub and the hemostasis seals were microscopically inspected.Tearing, resulting in a hole, was noted in the proximal and distal seals.The batch record was reviewed to ensure that each manufacturing and inspection operation was performed.The cause of the damaged seals and subsequent leak remains unknown.The ifu states: do not remove dilator or catheter rapidly.Damage to the valve may occur, potentially compromising hemostasis.
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