Improper or Incorrect Procedure or Method (2017); Contamination /Decontamination Problem (2895); Insufficient Device Problem Information (3190)
Health Effect - Clinical Code
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event
12/02/2025
Type of Reportable Event
Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The device remains implanted in patient.The device will not be returned for evaluation.Investigation is not yet complete.A follow-up report will be submitted with all additional relevant information.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that (b)(6) 2025, a 16mm amplatzer amulet was chosen for implant.Due to unsatisfactory close assessment findings, the device was resized, and a 20 mm amplatzer amulet was subsequently implanted using a 12f amulet delivery sheath.Following the procedure, a previously unidentified filament was observed extending from the left pulmonary artery to the aorta.At follow-up, the filament remains present and its nature is still undetermined.