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Patient code: no known impact or consequences to the patient were reported.Material rupture is labeled.Investigation- the reported device did not return for evaluation.A review of the complaint history, device history record, ifu and quality the device was conducted.No events related to the reported issue were found during a review of related manufacturing or quality records.Review of the associated device history record did not identify non-conformances that may be related to this reported incident.Without visual, dimensional, and/or functional testing of the product, the cause of the reported condition is undetermined.There is no evidence the product was damaged on opening.Current information does not specify at what point in the procedure the balloon burst.Numerous design verification and validation activities have been performed to ensure that this device meets design requirements, and that the device meets the needs of the user.Each device is shipped with instructions for use (ifu) listing the indications for use, contraindications, warnings and precautions, and the correct deployment procedure.Based upon the information provided a definitive root cause is not determined.However, it is plausible to suggest that this incident was human anatomy related or technique related.A quality engineer risk assessment was conducted to assess the risk of this failure mode and concluded a change is not required, thus no risk reduction activities are required at this time.We will continue our monitoring of similar complaints and have notified the appropriate personnel of this event.
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It was reported, during an unspecified procedure, the advance 35 lp low profile balloon catheter burst at 2 atm (29.3919 psi).No portion of the device remained inside of the patient.There were no additional procedures necessary after the balloon broke.There was no adverse event.No additional details have been received.
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