Model Number 7312 |
Device Problem
Material Rupture (1546)
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Patient Problem
Vascular Dissection (3160)
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Event Date 02/20/2019 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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It was reported that balloon rupture and vessel dissection occurred.The target lesion was located in a coronary artery.A 2.50mm x 12mm nc emerge balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during inflation, the balloon ruptured.It was then resulted to a breach of the coronary and intervention was done by the implantation of covered stents.The procedure was completed with a different device.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device evaluated by mfr.: returned product consisted of a nc emerge balloon catheter.The outer shaft, inner shaft, balloon and tip were visually and microscopically examined.Visual examination revealed multiple kinks along the hypotube.Microscopic examination revealed a longitudinal tear on the inflation lumen 31mm from the tip and is approximately 8mm long.The inflation lumen has a twist by the exit notch approximately 23.5cm from the tip.The balloon is pulled over the tip.There is contrast present in the inflation lumen and balloon.There is blood present in the balloon and hub.The balloon is loosely folded.Inspection of the remainder of the device presented no other damage or irregularities.
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Event Description
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It was reported that balloon rupture and vessel dissection occurred.The target lesion was located in a coronary artery.A 2.50mm x 12mm nc emerge balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during inflation, the balloon ruptured.It was then resulted to a breach of the coronary and intervention was done by the implantation of covered stents.The procedure was completed with a different device.
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