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Exemption number e2019001-permits numbering sequence to begin with 10000, to avoid duplication of report numbers due to process transition.There may be gaps in numbering for reports submitted during the transition period.The device was not returned for evaluation as it remains implanted.A review of the lot history record revealed no manufacturing nonconformities that would have contributed to this complaint.Additionally, a review of the complaint history identified no other incidents from this lot.The reported patient effects of angina, myocardial infarction and thrombosis are listed in the xience sierra everolimus eluting coronary stent systems instructions for use (ifu) as known patient effects of coronary stenting procedures.The investigation was unable to determine a conclusive cause for the reported difficulty to deploy (wall apposition).Based on the case information and related record review, a conclusive cause for the reported patient effects, and the relationship to the product, if any, cannot be determined.There is no indication of a product quality issue with respect to design, manufacture or labeling of the device.The other implanted xience sierra stent is filed under a separate medwatch report.
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