| Model Number |
H74939134202010 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Rupture (1546)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
02/27/2026
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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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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 100% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous and moderately calcified vessel below the knee.A 2mm x 20mm x 142cm coyote es balloon catheter was advanced for dilation.During the procedure, the balloon ruptured upon first inflation at 6 atmospheres for 5 seconds.The device was removed without any problem, and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications as a result of this event.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Investigation results: device evaluated by mfr: the 2mm x 20mm x 142cm coyote es device was returned to our post market quality assurance laboratory.The outer shaft, inner shaft, balloon and tip were visually and microscopically examined.Visual and microscopic examination revealed no damages.The balloon was functionally tested by inflating it to rated burst pressure and it was able to hold pressure.Inspection of the remainder of the device presented no other damage or irregularities.Product analysis could not confirm the reported balloon rupture.Device history record: 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.Labeling review: review of the instructions for use (ifu) confirmed that the content was sufficient and did not contribute to the reported event; therefore, no updates are required to the document at this time.Risk review: a risk review performed for the 2mm x 20mm x 142cm coyote es device confirmed that the reported event is a known event defined in the product's risk management documentation.This event type has been accounted for during product risk analysis to support acceptable risk benefits for the product.Investigation conclusion: based on a thorough review of the reported complaint, boston scientific has assigned an investigation conclusion code of no problem detected.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The 100% stenosed target lesion was located in the moderately tortuous and moderately calcified vessel below the knee.A 2mm x 20mm x 142cm coyote es balloon catheter was advanced for dilation.During the procedure, the balloon ruptured upon first inflation at 6 atmospheres for 5 seconds.The device was removed without any problem, and the procedure was completed with a different device.There were no patient complications as a result of this event.
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