Device evaluated by mfr: the f/g,promus element, mr, ous 2.50x20mm stent delivery system (sds) was returned for analysis.A visual and microscopic examination of the crimped stent found no issues with the stent.There were no signs of damage, stretching or lifting of the stent struts.The stent showed no signs of movement and was set correctly between the proximal and distal marker bands.The undamaged proximal stent od (outer diameter) was measured and is within maximum crimped stent profile.The balloon cones were reviewed and no issues were noted.The balloon wings were tightly wrapped and evenly folded and were not subjected to positive pressure.A visual and tactile examination of the outer and the inner lumen, hypotube and mid-shaft section found no issues.The bi-component bond showed no signs of damage or strain.A visual and microscopic examination found no damage to the tip.No issues were identified during the product analysis.The manufacturing batch record review confirmed that the device met all material, assembly and performance specifications.The root cause is not confirmed as there was no evidence of the alleged issue or any anomalies which could have contributed to the reported difficulty.(b)(4).
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