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(b)(4).The device was not returned for evaluation.However, factors that can contribute to the stent separating post procedure include, but are not limited to, improper or inadequate placement of the stent implant, damaged stent during procedure, post dilatation technique.A review of the lot history record identified no manufacturing nonconformities issued to the reported lot that would have contributed to this event.Additionally, a review of the complaint history identified no other similar incidents reported from this lot.The investigation was unable to determine a conclusive cause for the reported stent separation and patient effects.The reported patient effects of device embedded within the vessel is listed in the omnilink elite instructions for use as a known patient effect that may be associated with use of a peripheral stent in native peripheral arteries.There is no indication of a product quality issue with respect to the design, manufacture, or labeling of the device.
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