Catalog Number 0684-00-0497 |
Device Problems
Failure to Advance (2524); Material Deformation (2976)
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Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Event Date 09/10/2018 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The device has not been returned to the manufacturer so we are unable to complete an evaluation.If provided we will send a supplemental report with our additional findings.Complaint # (b)(4), record # (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that during an attempt to insert the intra-aortic balloon (iab) in the cath lab under fluoroscopy, the cardiologist found that catheter would not pass through the iliac artery.When the iab was removed it was found to be slightly unfurled.A new iab was inserted under same conditions with no issue reported.There was no reported injury to the patient.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The product was returned with the membrane completely unfolded and traces of blood on the exterior of the catheter.The extender tubing was also returned.The sheath was not returned for evaluation.One kink was observed on the inner lumen within the membrane approximately 26.9cm from the iab tip.A laboratory insertion test was unable to be performed due to the kinked inner lumen and membrane being unfurled.An underwater leak test of the balloon, catheter, y-fitting and extracorporeal tubing was performed and no leaks were detected.A leak may impact the ability to maintain vacuum.The condition of the iab as received indicated a kink on the inner lumen.A kink in the inner lumen can cause difficulty during insertion.The evaluation confirmed the reported problem.We are unable to conclusively determine when this may have occurred.A device and lot history record review was completed for the reported product.No non-conformances were found that are considered to be related to the event.(b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that during an attempt to insert the intra-aortic balloon (iab) in the cath lab under fluoroscopy, the cardiologist found that catheter would not pass through the iliac artery.When the iab was removed it was found to be slightly unfurled.A new iab was inserted under same conditions with no issue reported.There was no reported injury to the patient.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The product has been returned to the manufacturer, but is pending investigation.Once the investigation is completed a supplemental report with our findings will be submitted.Complaint # (b)(4), record # (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that during an attempt to insert the intra-aortic balloon (iab) in the cath lab under fluoroscopy, the cardiologist found that catheter would not pass through the iliac artery.When the iab was removed it was found to be slightly unfurled.A new iab was inserted under same conditions with no issue reported.There was no reported injury to the patient.
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