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It was reported that during an unspecified procedure, the micropuncture transitionless access set introducer would not advance.Upon pulling back the introducer, it broke five (5) millimeters (mm) from the edge of the hub.The patient was noted to have a very scarred neck; it was the 15th puncture at this point on the neck.A section of the device did not remain inside the patient¿s body.The patient did not require any additional procedures due to this occurrence. according to the initial reporter, the patient did not experience any adverse effects due to this occurrence.Additional information is not available per the initial reporter.
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Investigation ¿ evaluation: a review of the device history record, documentation, quality control, specifications, and a visual inspection of the returned device were conducted during the investigation.The visual inspection of the returned device confirmed that the device was separated.It was also noted that the introducer had a frayed tip.Additionally, a document based investigation evaluation was performed.There is no evidence to suggest the product was not made to specifications.A review of the device history record showed no nonconforming events which could contribute to this failure mode.It should be noted there were no other reported complaints for this lot number.Based on the information provided, the examination of the returned product, and the results of our investigation, a definitive root cause could not be determined.We will continue to monitor for similar complaints.Per the risk assessment, no further action is required.
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