It was reported that a hole in the shaft occurred.A 1.6mm jetstream sc catheter was selected for use in an atherectomy procedure in the anterior tibial and posterior tibial artery.Upon removing the device from the patient, a hole was noted in the proximal third of the catheter on the underside closer to the pod.No error message displayed.The hole was hindering infusion and proper use.The catheter only primed properly if the hole was covered, preventing a leak.A different catheter was used to complete the procedure.No patient complications were reported.The patient was discharged.
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