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Block h6: imdrf code a0401 captures the reportable event of stent shaft break.Block h11: investigation results the returned tria ureteral stent was analyzed.During inspection, it was found that the stent bladder coil was detached and the suture hole was torn, which did confirm the reported event.Based on the available information and the analysis performed on the returned device, the investigation determined that the reported problem could be due to operational factors.The retrieval line may be removed prior to placement at the physician's discretion.If the retrieval line becomes entangled with the bladder coil and is removed using excessive force, the stent may detach, separate, or tear during preparation, which can affect device performance.No manufacturing or material abnormalities were identified during the evaluation.Also, for the reported event of stent shaft break, it could be confirmed based on the damage found on the device.The device history record review was completed, and it was confirmed this device met manufacturing specification prior to distribution and there were no manufacturing deviations which could have contributed to the reported event.A risk review was completed and confirmed that the event of "stent shaft break, suture hole torn and coil detached/separated" were defined in the risk documentation.This event type has been accounted during product risk analysis to support acceptable risk benefits for the product.Based on a thorough review of the reported complaint, a conclusion code of adverse event related to procedure was assigned to this investigation.Correction to field d5: operator of device: operator of device.
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