Model Number G48225 |
Device Problem
Material Fragmentation (1261)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 08/02/2019 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Suspect medical device common name and product code: gca, biliary catheter for stone removal that may also allow for irrigation and contrast injection.Investigation evaluation: our laboratory evaluation of the product said to be involved confirmed the report and determined that a portion was missing.A visual inspection of the returned device determined that the balloon material was ruptured.The pre-packaged syringe was included in the return.A dark red substance was present inside the balloon inflation and wire guide tubing.A portion of the balloon material is missing and not all of the ruptured material matches up from side to side.Due to the condition of the balloon material a functional test could not be performed.The threads on the proximal and distal end of the balloon appear to be manufactured correctly.A product-specific discrepancy that could have caused or contributed to this observation was not observed during our laboratory analysis.The device history record for the lot number said to be involved was reviewed.A discrepancy or anomaly was not observed with the product that was released for distribution.Investigation conclusion: a definitive cause for the reported observation could not be determined because the condition of the product said to be involved prohibited a complete evaluation.A discrepancy or anomaly that could have contributed to the reported observation was not observed during our laboratory analysis of the returned product.The information provided indicated the balloon inflated properly prior to use.Therefore, the balloon was intact and functioning prior to advancement through the endoscope.A split or rupture in the balloon material can occur if the balloon has come into contact with a sharp object, such as a sharp stone, or possibly a burr in the endoscope channel.A split or rupture in the balloon material can also occur if added pressure was applied during extraction.The instructions for use direct the user to "gently withdraw the inflated balloon toward the papilla." the instructions for use contain the following: ¿warning: do not exert excessive pressure on ampulla while extracting stones.If stone does not pass easily, reassess need for sphincterotomy.¿ prior to distribution, all fusion quattro extraction balloons are subjected to a visual inspection and functional testing to ensure device integrity.A review of the device history record confirmed that the lot said to be involved met all manufacturing requirements prior to shipment.Corrective action: a review of the complaint history was conducted.The likelihood of occurrence is considered rare.Corrective action is not warranted at this time based on the quality engineering risk assessment.Quality assurance will continue to monitor for complaint trends and reassess the risk assessment results as post market feedback continues to become available.
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Event Description
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During a stone removal procedure, the physician used a cook fusion quattro extraction balloon.Per the user, the balloon did not last the entire case, it only worked for "a couple inflations." it is unknown if customer needed another balloon to complete the procedure.Per the cook sales representative, the balloon was tested prior to use and was holding pressure.There was no reportable information at this time.The device was received on 14-aug-2019 and the evaluation determined that a piece of the balloon was missing.It was reported that a section of the device did not remain inside the patient¿s body; however, the location of the missing portion is unknown.The patient did not require any additional procedures due to this occurrence.According to the initial reporter, the patient did not experience any adverse effects due to this occurrence.
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