Model Number 4FC12 |
Device Problem
Air Leak (1008)
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Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Event Date 01/24/2017 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during a cryoablation procedure, air was leaking.The balloon catheter was re-inserted without resolve.Then the sheath was replaced and the procedure continued.After the sheath was replaced, micro bubbles were observed inside the side port.Aspiration was performed several times, but the microbubbles were still observed.The sheath was replaced again and the procedure was continued.The case was completed with cryo.No patient complications have been reported as a result of this event.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Data files were returned and analyzed.Data files showed did not confirm any issues with the sheath.In conclusion, the reported issue could not be confirmed through data files.Device investigation still in progress.A good faith effort will be made to obtain the applicable information relevant to the report.If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Product event summary: the device were returned and analyzed.Visual inspection of the sheath showed that the device was intact with no apparent issues.Air aspiration was reproduced when a test balloon catheter was introduced through the sheath.A dissection showed that the hemostatic valve was leaking on the sheath.In conclusion, air ingress was confirmed through testing.The sheath failed the returned product inspection due to a leaking hemostatic valve.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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