| Model Number |
M00558500 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Puncture/Hole (1504)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
03/01/2026
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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 b3: approximated based on the date the manufacturer became aware of the event.Block h6: imdrf device code a041001 captures the reportable event of a balloon pinhole in an unknown anatomy location.Block h11: investigation results the device was not returned for analysis and was reported to be disposed; therefore, a technical analysis could not be performed.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 cre wireguided dilatation balloon was attempted to be used during an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (egd) procedure to treat stricture performed on an unknown date.During the procedure, the balloon did not completely fill during dilation due to a hole identified in the balloon.The procedure was completed with an alternative device.The exact anatomy location when the balloon pinhole was encountered is unknown and is being reported as it may have occurred in the esophagus.There were no patient complications reported as a result of this event.No further information has been obtained despite good faith efforts.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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