| Catalog Number |
RBY2C1035 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Failure to Advance (2524)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
01/17/2019
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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This device is available for return.A follow up mdr will be submitted upon completion of the device investigation.
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Event or Problem Description
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The patient was undergoing a coil embolization procedure to treat a pelvic congestion using ruby coils.During the procedure, a ruby coil would not advance through a lantern delivery microcatheter (lantern); therefore, the ruby coil was removed.The procedure was completed using other coils and the same lantern.There was no report of an adverse effect to the patient.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Please note that the device associated with this complaint was expected to be returned; however, additional information received from the penumbra sales representative indicated that the device was sent out for return; however, has not been received by the manufacturer.Therefore, without the return of the device, the root cause of the problem cannot be determined.
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