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It was reported a wire from a "micropuncture kit" came apart and, while retrieval was attempted, remained lodged in the patient's anatomy.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, drawing, manufacturing instructions, quality control, specifications, and a visual inspection and functional evaluation of the returned devices were conducted during the investigation.The visual inspection of the returned devices confirmed that the device which had been used was in a damaged state.The damaged wire had an unraveled coil, and was missing its distal tip.The undamaged wire had no noted surface defects or damage, and it passed all functional and dimensional tests.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.Measures are being conducted to address this failure mode.We will continue to monitor for similar complaints.Per the risk assessment, no further action is required.
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