| Model Number |
100510HFRM-V-A |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Detachment Of Device Component (1104); Difficult To Position (1467)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
01/25/2017
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The lot number was provided.A review of the approved device history records indicated the lot met all release criteria.The device has not yet been returned to the manufacturer.The investigation is currently underway.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that during repositioning of a hydroframe coil in an aneurysm, the coil unexpectedly detached inside the microcatheter without use of the v-grip detachment controller.The coil was safely removed from the patient.There was no reported intervention.There was no reported patient injury, and the patient was reported to be okay at hospital discharge.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was received inside the introducer; however, the microcathter was not returned for evaluation.The implant coil was noted to be detached from the pusher, and the proximal end was stretched.The monofilament had striations and a tail.The gold connector had a kink in the e3 location.The resistance was measured, and noted to be within specifications.The v-grip test passed in all orientation.Based on the investigation and provided information, the complaint can be confirmed.The specific root cause of this complaint is not known, although the device exhibits evidence that the monofilament was subjected to forces that exceeded its strength specifications.
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