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It was reported that the basket tip of an ntrap stone entrapment and extraction device could not be pushed out during an unspecified procedure involving the ureter.The device was replaced with a new, similar-like device to complete the procedure.The user provided a video detailing the reported failure.As reported, the patient did not experience any adverse effects or require any additional procedures due to this occurrence.
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Correction: h6 (annex a and annex g).Investigation ¿ evaluation: it was reported that the basket tip of an ntrap stone entrapment and extraction device could not be pushed out during an unspecified procedure involving the ureter.The device was replaced with a new, similar-like device to complete the procedure.The user provided a video detailing the reported failure.As reported, the patient did not experience any adverse effects or require any additional procedures due to this occurrence.Reviews of the complaint history, device history record (dhr), instructions for use (ifu), specifications, and quality control (qc) procedures were conducted during the investigation.Visual inspection of the returned complaint device was also conducted.One device was returned for investigation in an open package with label.The basket assembly could not be operated.Upon visual inspection, a kink was noted in the basket sheath near the distal end.Additionally, a document-based investigation evaluation was performed.A review of the device master record (dmr) concluded that sufficient inspection activities are in place to identify this failure mode prior to distribution.A review of the device history record (dhr) found no related non-conformances reported with the failure mode.A complaint history database search showed no other related complaints associated with the failure mode for the complaint device lot.Based on the available information, cook has concluded that the device was manufactured to specification and that there is no evidence suggesting nonconforming product exists either in house or in the field.Cook also reviewed product labeling; the ifu supplied with the device states the following in consideration of the reported failure mode: the device is conductive.Avoid contact with any electrified instrument.If resistance is encountered while attempting to remove calculi or other foreign bodies, release the object.Do not exert excessive force on the device.Based upon the available information, inspection of the returned device, and results of the investigation, cook has concluded that the cause for the complaint could not be established.The appropriate personnel have been notified.Cook will continue to monitor for similar complaints per the risk assessment, no further action is required.This report is required by the fda under 21 cfr part 803 and is based on unconfirmed information submitted by others.Neither the submission of this report nor any statement contained herein is intended to be an admission that any cook device is defective or malfunctioned, that a death or serious injury occurred, nor that any cook device caused, contributed to, or is likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury if a malfunction occurred.
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