It is alleged that a gunther tulip vena cava filter retrieval set was being used to retrieve an ivc filter when the "white torque bit" on the snare portion of the device "snapped off." it was reported that the patient had the filter in place for approximately 18 months, and was pregnant for an extended period within that time frame.The filter was allegedly embedded in the vessel wall.During the retrieval procedure, the filter was successfully snared.However, the device broke before any "tucking/retrieving " had been started.No adverse events have been reported regarding this occurrence.
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