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It was reported that during right femoral access, the micropuncture transitionless access set wire guide was inserted into the set needle and resistance was felt during advancement through the needle.The wire guide then began to separate upon removal through the needle.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 regarding event details, patient anatomy and outcome has been requested, but is not available at this time.
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Investigation ¿ evaluation: a review of the dimensional verification, complaint history, device history record, documentation, manufacturing instructions, quality control, and a visual inspection of the returned device were conducted during the investigation.The visual inspection of the returned device confirmed that the wire began to unravel distal to the weld.The unraveled wire had a total length of 66.7 cm.The analysis did not provide any evidence that the wire separated.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 quality engineering risk assessment, no further action is required.
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