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It was reported that internal device fracture occurred requiring intervention.An 18x50 embold? fibered was selected for pulmonary embolization to treat an aneurysm.During the procedure, however, it was noted that the coil moved slowly through the renegade and non-boston scientific microcatheters.When deploying the coil, the coil was not able to detach or retract.The coil became stuck, so it had to be removed with a snare.While removing the coil, it broke into multiple pieces.The device was explanted, and there were no patient complications as a result of the event.The patient fully recovered after the procedure.
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