MAUDE Adverse Event Report: COOK INC FLEXOR INTRODUCER SHEATH; DYB INTRODUCER, CATHETER

Model Number N/A

Device Problems Detachment Of Device Component (1104); Kinked (1339); Split (2537)

Patient Problem Blood Loss (2597)

Event Date 09/21/2017

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4).The event is currently under investigation.A supplemental report will be provided upon conclusion.

Event Description

A flexor introducer sheath was used in an unspecified procedure.It was reported that, during the procedure, the tip of the introducer detached.As a result, the entry point was enlarged and the patient had excessive blood loss and had to be resuscitated.Additional information has been requested, but has not yet been received.

Manufacturer Narrative

Additional information: on 28nov2017 we were made aware the product is being returned for evaluation.Once we have received the device, a final report will be provided upon the completion of the investigation.

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4).The patient's anatomy was reported to be tight, and tortuous/ calcified.The proximal tip of the introducer became detached from the sheath twice during a rotarex thrombectomy procedure, while pulling it back.The introducer remained in the patient following detachment of the proximal tip, and the physician used a metal clamp to pinch it off and then remove it from the patient.Due to the excessive blood loss incurred during the procedure, the patient received a blood transfusion.Following resuscitation of the patient, the physician was able to successfully complete the procedure.Investigation - evaluation: a review of the complaint history, drawings, dimensional verification, device history record, documentation, instructions for use (ifu), manufacturing instructions, specifications, quality control, and visual inspection of the returned device was conducted during the investigation.One used flexor introducer sheath was returned for investigation.The check-flo hub is separated from the sheath.Three compressions were noted towards the proximal end of the sheath, which seem to be caused by the metal clamp utilized by the physician.The flare is round.A kink was noted 32.6 centimeters (cm) from the proximal end.The distal tip has two splits that are 0.5mm in length and 1 mm from each other.The entire length of the sheath, inner diameter of the connector cap, and outer diameter of the flare of the device were measured.All the measurements are within specifications.The flare of the sheath was confirmed to pass through the large lumen, and not the small lumen.A document-based investigation is currently in progress.There is no evidence to suggest the finished product was not made to specifications.Numerous design verification and validation activities have been performed to ensure that this device meets design requirements.Review of the device history record of the finished product shows no nonconforming events that could contribute to this failure mode.A complaint history search revealed that there were no other reported complaints for this lot number.Per the flexor introducer sheath ifu, "precautions: the maximum diameter of the instrument or catheter to be introduced should be determined to ensure its passage through the introducer.All instruments or catheters used with this product should move freely through the valve and sheath.Damage to the valve/introducer may result when the fit is tight.When inserting, manipulating, or withdrawing a device through an introducer always maintain introducer position.Withdraw the sheath and dilator as a unit.Sheath introduction: upon removal from package, ensure the inner diameter (id) of the introducer is appropriate for the maximum diameter of the instrument or catheter to be introduced." per the rotarex ifu, only use sheaths that are highly resistant to kinking.The internal lumen of the sheath must at least correspond to the external diameter of the catheter.Using an introducer sheath with a larger internal lumen can simplify handling of the catheter.Before withdrawing the sheath through tortuous anatomy, insert introducer dilator to avoid possible breakage.As the procedure was a thrombectomy, vessel occlusion may have contributed to the separation.Based on the information provided, examination of the returned product, and the results of our investigation, a definite root cause could not be determined; however, it is possible that patient condition, and/or user technique may have contributed to this event.Appropriate measures have been initiated to address this failure mode.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.

• Brand Name: FLEXOR INTRODUCER SHEATH
• Type of Device: DYB INTRODUCER, CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): COOK INC; 750 daniels way; bloomington IN 47404
• Manufacturer Contact: larry pool ; 750 daniels way; bloomington, IN 47404 ; 8123392235
• MDR Report Key: 6897354
• MDR Text Key: 87488967
• Report Number: 1820334-2017-03357
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: DYB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00827002096011
• UDI-Public: (01)00827002096011(17)200406(10)7808980
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: GM
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: company representative,foreig
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 12/22/2017

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 09/27/2017
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: N/A
• Device Catalogue Number: KCFW-8.0-38-45-RB
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 12/08/2017
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 04/06/2017
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Life Threatening; Required Intervention