| Model Number |
401904 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Positioning Problem (3009)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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| Date of Event |
06/21/2019
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was returned to stryker sustainability solutions for evaluation.Upon visual inspection of the received complaint device, a bend was identified 3.5 cm from the distal tip.The device did not meet the curve or planarity specifications.A review of the dhr supports that the device met all inspection and test criteria prior to release from stryker.The most likely root cause is mishandling subsequent to distribution, including shipping/storage conditions or improper manipulation of the catheter.The instructions for use (ifu) state: do not introduce the tip folded into the guiding sheath.Do not exert excessive pressure during placement of catheter if unknown resistance is encountered.Do not attempt to use the reprocessed ep catheter prior to completely reading and understanding the directions for use.Avoid manual pre-bending of distal curve, as this may damage steering mechanism of steerable catheters.The reported event will continue to be monitored through post-market surveillance.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the reprocessed live wire electrophysiology catheter would not steer.There was no patient injury or medical intervention and the extended procedure time reported was minimal at 5 minutes.These are commonly used devices that are readily available.
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