MAUDE Adverse Event Report: BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC. ENCOR BIO PROBE 7G VERT; BIOPSY INSTRUMENT

Catalog Number	ECP017GV
Medical Device Problem Code	Failure to Cycle (1142)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	Hemorrhage/Blood Loss/Bleeding (1888)
Date of Event	09/02/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Serious Injury
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H11: as the lot number for the device was provided, a review of the device history records will be performed.The sample was not returned to the manufacturer for inspection/evaluation.Therefore, the investigation of the reported event is inconclusive.Based upon the available information, the definitive root cause for this event is unknown.The instructions for use (ifu) is adequate for the reported device/patient code(s) and provides general instructions for use, as well as warnings, precautions and potential complications associated with the device.Upon receipt of new or additional information, a follow-up report will be submitted as applicable.Section a through f ¿ the information provide by bd represents all the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant/reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.
Event or Problem Description
On (b)(6) 2025, a patient underwent an ultrasound guided vacuum assisted breast biopsy using the encor probe.During the procedure, during the procedure, the cutting mechanism suddenly ceased rotation.The surgeon restarted the device.Increased bleeding points were observed at the tissue resection site, totaling 20 ml.Epinephrine was administered during the operation, and pressure was applied to stop bleeding after the procedure.The procedure was completed using another device.The current status of the patient was unknown.
Event or Problem Description
On (b)(6) 2025, a patient underwent an ultrasound guided vacuum assisted breast biopsy using the encor probe.During the procedure, during the procedure, the cutting mechanism suddenly ceased rotation.The surgeon restarted the device.Increased bleeding points were observed at the tissue resection site, totaling 20 ml.Epinephrine was administered during the operation, and pressure was applied to stop bleeding after the procedure.The procedure was completed using another device.The current status of the patient was unknown.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H11: manufacturing review: the device history records have been reviewed, and this lot met all release criteria.Investigation summary: the physical device was not returned for evaluation.No photos were provided for review.Therefore, the investigation is inconclusive for the reported failure as no objective evidence was provided for review.A definitive root cause for the reported failure to cycle could not be determined based upon the provided information.Labeling review: as the reported event did not allege a labeling or use related issue, a labeling review is not required.D4 (unique identifier (udi) #), g2, g3, h6 (method).Section a through f ¿ the information provide by bd represents all the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant/reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.

• Brand Name: ENCOR BIO PROBE 7G VERT
• Common Device Name: BIOPSY INSTRUMENT
• Manufacturer (Section D): BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC.; 1625 w 3rd st.; tempe AZ 85281
• Manufacturer (Section G): INFUS MEDICAL (THAILAND); 706 moo 4; bangpoo ind estate; samutprakarn province 10280 ; TH 10280
• Manufacturer Contact: brett curtice ; 800 w. rio salado pkwy; tempe, AZ 85281 ; 4803032689
• MDR Report Key: 23701804
• Report Number: 2020394-2025-02058
• Device Sequence Number: 18801981
• Product Code: KNW
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741086298
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741086298(11)240213(17)260101(10)VTJN0013
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: CH
• PMA/510(K) Number: K051158
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 01/13/2026

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 01/01/2026
• Device Catalogue Number: ECP017GV
• Device Lot Number: VTJN0013
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 11/06/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/13/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 12/03/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 02/02/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 02/13/2024
• 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
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Required Intervention
• Patient Age: 33 YR
• Patient Sex: Female