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

Model Number PE075F5

Device Problem Pacing Problem (1439)

Patient Problem No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)

Event Date 10/17/2016

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

The product is expected to be returned for analysis; however, it has not yet been received.Upon the return of the product a supplemental report will be sent with the investigation results.A device history record review was completed and documented that device met all specifications upon distribution.

Event Description

It was reported that the catheter was unable to sense an intrinsic electrical signal from the beginning of use.The catheter was replaced and the problem was solved.It is unknown if a problem with pacing was observed.Further detail could not be obtained.There were no patient complications reported.Patient demographic information requested but unavailable.

Manufacturer Narrative

One bipolar pacing catheter with attached monoject 1.3 cc limited volume syringe was returned for evaluation.Continuity testing confirmed a full open condition of the distal circuit.The proximal circuit was found to be continuous.A cut down of the catheter body was performed just proximal of the proximal electrode to expose the pacing leadwires.The distal leadwire was found to be broken around the solder joint.The balloon inflated clear and concentric with 1.3 cc air and remained inflated for 5 minutes without leakage.No visible damage or abnormality was observed from the balloon, windings or returned syringe.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.Customer report of pacing issue was confirmed.An investigation has been initiated to consider any potential manufacturing issues that may have contributed to this event and implement any necessary corrective actions.Swan-ganz pacing thermodilution (td) catheters serve as diagnostic and therapeutic tools in the management of critically ill patients.There are multiple failure modes that may require the exchange of a pacing catheter.Since proper functioning of the pacing catheter depends on the electrical continuity of its electrodes and internal wires, care should be exercised when handling the catheter.Stretching, kinking, or forceful wiping of the catheter may result in damage.After stable pacing has been confirmed, the proximal end of the catheter should be secured to the insertion site to prevent undue movement that could result in tip dislodgment and loss of capture, or catheter migration.Care should be taken not to kink the catheter body when securing it.In this complaint, it could not be determined if procedural factors or device handling may have contributed to the reported event.

• Brand Name: SWAN-GANZ BIPOLAR PACING CATHETER FOR FEMORAL 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 ; one edwards way; irvine, CA 92614 ; 9497564386
• MDR Report Key: 6094352
• MDR Text Key: 59720186
• Report Number: 2015691-2016-03338
• 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,distri
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 10/18/2016

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 11/10/2016
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 03/18/2018
• Device Model Number: PE075F5
• Device Lot Number: 60366158
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 11/10/2016
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 11/10/2016
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/23/2016
• 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