Catalog Number 0684-00-0575 |
Device Problems
Coagulation in Device or Device Ingredient (1096); Obstruction of Flow (2423)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 04/03/2019 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(6).The product has been returned to the manufacturer, but is pending investigation.Once the investigation is completed a supplemental report with our findings will be submitted.(b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that during intra-aortic balloon (iab) therapy, the central lumen of the catheter was clotted.The patient is still being supported by the therapy.There is no issue with the fiber optics or pump.The iab is functioning fine with a good tracing.There was no reported injury to the patient.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device manufacturers only device codes changed partial blockage 1065 to obstruction of flow 2423.The product was returned with the membrane completely unfolded and blood found on the exterior of the catheter and between the catheter and the sheath.The returned sheath was over the catheter and partially covering the rear portion of the balloon.The technician was able to successfully aspirate/flush the inner lumen.The technician attempted to insert a laboratory 0.025¿ guide wire through the inner lumen and was able to successfully insert the guide wire.No obstructions were felt.An underwater leak test of the balloon, catheter, y-fitting and extracorporeal tubing was performed and no leaks were detected.The reported event cannot be confirmed by the evaluation.The product performed according to specification.A device and lot history record review was completed for the reported product.No nonconformances were found that are considered to be related to the event.Complaint # (b)(4), record id # (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that during intra-aortic balloon (iab) therapy, the central lumen of the catheter was clotted.The patient is still being supported by the therapy.There is no issue with the fiber optics or pump.The iab is functioning fine with a good tracing.There was no reported injury to the patient.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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