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An advance 14 lp low profile balloon catheter was being used for a dilation procedure in the right groin.It was reported that, when the balloon was dilated in the lesion, the coiled-wire shaft became swollen before reaching to the prescribed pressure.It was then noted that contrast media was leaking.Another advance balloon of the same specifications was used instead and the procedure was completed successfully.There have been no adverse effects to the patient reported.During the manufacturer's investigation of the advance 14 lp low profile balloon catheter, received for the above non-reportable event, device failure analysis showed the balloon had a pinhole leak.
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Corrected information: report source: foreign, company representative, user facility.Investigation - evaluation: a review of documentation, specifications, device history record, complaint history, drawing, instructions for use (ifu), quality control data and visual inspection of the returned device was conducted during the investigation.One advance 14sp low profile balloon catheter was returned for evaluation.The balloon was checked for surface defects.Balloon had a pin hole leak at 2mm from the proximal balloon bond.Catheter was smooth and free of damage.Length of balloon was measured within specifications.The length of the balloon measured within specifications.Review of the device history record of the finished product shows no nonconforming events related to the device failure.A review of the three subassembly lot records showed eleven nonconformance's; however, all nonconforming product was scrapped.There was one other reported complaint for this lot number, not related to the device failure.All balloons are 100% inspected and verified prior to release.Based on the information provided, examination of the returned product, and the results of our investigation; a definitive root cause could not be determined.Per the quality engineering risk assessment, no further action is required.Appropriate personnel have been notified and monitoring will continue to be performed for similar complaints.
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