Reportable based on analysis completed 11 december 2018.It was reported that the 3.00x24 synergy drug-eluting stent was not able to cross the lesion. there were no patient complications reported. however, returned device analysis revealed stent damage.The synergy ous mr 3.00 x 24mm stent delivery system was returned for analysis.An examination (visual and via scope) of the crimped stent identified stent damage.The distal half of the stent was damaged and stretched in distal direction along balloon.The undamaged proximal crimped stent outer diameter was measured using snap gauge id # g4958 and the result was within max crimped stent profile measurement.The balloon was reviewed and no issues were noted.The balloon wings were tightly wrapped and evenly folded and were not subjected to positive pressure.A visual and tactile examination of the hypotube found no issues.A visual and tactile examination of the shaft polymer extrusion found no issues.An examination (visual and via scope) of the tip identified tip damage.
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