Model Number 23375 |
Device Problem
Material Rupture (1546)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 10/31/2019 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The target lesion was located in the left iliac vein.A 14-4/5.8/75 xxl vascular balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during inflation, the balloon ruptured.The procedure was completed with a 14x60 xxl balloon catheter.No patient complications were reported and the patient was fine.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device evaluated by mfr.: the device was returned for analysis.A visual examination identified that the balloon was not folded which indicates that the balloon was subjected to positive pressure.Blood was identified within the balloon and inflation lumen which is evidence of a device leak.The returned device was attached to a boston scientific encore inflation unit.Positive pressure was applied when liquid was observed to be leaking from a balloon pinhole located approximately 5mm distal of the proximal balloon sleeve.An examination of the balloon material and proximal markerband identified no issues which could potentially have contributed to this complaint.The rated burst pressure for this device is 8 atmospheres.A visual and tactile examination identified no issues with the tip of the device that could have contributed to the complaint incident.No damage or kinks were identified on the shaft of the device.No other issues were identified during the product analysis.
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Event Description
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It was reported that balloon rupture occurred.The target lesion was located in the left iliac vein.A 14-4/5.8/75 xxl vascular balloon catheter was advanced for dilatation.However, during inflation, the balloon ruptured.The procedure was completed with a 14x60 xxl balloon catheter.No patient complications were reported and the patient was fine.
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