| Model Number |
M00545940 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Burst Container or Vessel (1074)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
04/02/2026
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Block h6: imdrf device code a0402 captures the reportable event of balloon burst.Block h11: investigation results.The device was not returned for analysis; therefore, a technical analysis could not be performed.With all available information, boston scientific concludes the reported event of balloon burst could not be confirmed.Based on a thorough review of the reported complaint, boston scientific has assigned an investigation conclusion code of cause not established.A review of the device history record (dhr) was performed.The review of the dhr identified that there were no process related non-conformances, scrap, or rework performed during the production that could explain the event.The reviews ensure each device meets specification prior to release for use.There is no indication the device manufacturing process contributed to the reported complaint.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported to boston scientific corporation that a hurricane rx dilatation balloon was attempted to be used in the bile duct during an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ercp) with dilation procedure for biliary stricture performed on (b)(6) 2026.During the procedure, the balloon exploded.No piece of balloon detached inside the patient.The procedure was completed with another of the same device.There were no patient complications reported as a result of this event.The patient's condition at the conclusion of the procedure was reported to be stable.
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