MAUDE Adverse Event Report: EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES SWAN-GANZ BIPOLAR PACING CATHETER FOR SVC INSERTION

Model Number PE074F5

Device Problem Pacing Problem (1439)

Patient Problem No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)

Event Date 08/14/2015

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

One bipolar pacing catheter with attached monoject 1.3cc limited volume syringe was returned for evaluation.The catheter tip was bent and the angle was found to be approximately 13 degrees, exceeding the specification of <10 degrees.No visible damage to the balloon, windings or returned syringe was observed.Continuity testing was performed on the distal and proximal circuits and there were no open, intermittent, or short conditions observed.The balloon inflated clear and concentric with 1.3 cc air and remained inflated for 5 minutes without leakage.Balloon inflation test was performed using returned syringe with 1.3 cc air by holding the balloon under water.Visual examinations were performed under microscope at 20x magnification and with the unaided eyes.A device history record review was completed and documented that the device met all specifications upon distribution.The customer report of inability to pace was not confirmed; however, the report of bent catheter tip was confirmed.An investigation has been initiated to consider any potential manufacturing factors that may have contributed to this complaint and implement any necessary corrective actions.

Event Description

It was reported that the catheter was unable to pace on the first day of use.The catheter was replaced and the problem was solved.The customer commented that the tip of the catheter seemed more bent than usual when the package was opened.There were no patient complications reported.

• Brand Name: SWAN-GANZ BIPOLAR PACING CATHETER FOR SVC INSERTION
• Type of Device: PACING CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES; state rd indus pk 402 km 1.4; anasco PR 00610
• Manufacturer (Section G): EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES, PR; state rd indus pk 402 km 1.4; anasco PR 00610
• Manufacturer Contact: lynn selawski ; 1 edwards way; irvine, CA 92614 ; 9492504386
• MDR Report Key: 5054935
• MDR Text Key: 24982660
• Report Number: 2015691-2015-02308
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LDF
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: K813521
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: company representative,foreig
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Report Date: 08/14/2015

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 09/03/2015
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 04/30/2017
• Device Model Number: PE074F5
• Device Lot Number: 60013877
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 08/14/2015
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1