510 (k) number; k142688.(b)(4).Lab evaluation: the device related to this occurrence underwent a laboratory evaluation on 21 nov 2018.The needle was found to be broken proximal to the sheath extender.Document review: prior to distribution, all echo-hd-19-c devices are subjected to functional checks and visual inspection to ensure device integrity.These inspections and functional checks are outlined in internal procedures in place at cirl.A review of the manufacturing records for echo-hd-19-c of lot number c1192809 did not reveal any discrepancies that could have contributed to this complaint issue.The review of relevant manufacturing records, confirms the failure mode has not previously occurred with the current lot number.Based on the information available to date, there is no evidence to suggest that there are any manufacturing issues associated with lot number c1192809.Ifu review: the notes section of the instructions for use, ifu0077-4, which accompanies this device instructs the user to inspect the device prior to use : "visually inspect with particular attention to kinks, bends and breaks.If an abnormality is detected that would prohibit proper working condition, do not use".There is no evidence to suggest that the customer did not follow the instructions for use (ifu0077-4 ).Root cause review: a definitive root cause for the customer complaint could not be determined as circumstances of use cannot be replicated in the laboratory.A possible cause could be attributed to the device being used in a flexed or twisted position during the procedure or tortuous anatomy as indicated in the additional information.Summary: complaint is confirmed as the failure was verified in the laboratory.According to the initial reporter, the patient did not experience any adverse effects due to this occurrence.Complaints of this nature will continue to be monitored for potential emerging trends.
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Needle broke off."as per complaint form": after the punction, the needle was outside of the scope, the nurse will put out the needle to check the biopsy, the broken needle came out of the catheter.
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