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Event summary: as reported by the distributor, while inspecting the performer mullins guiding sheath, an unidentified particle was noted within the primary packaging of the product.This device did not make patient contact.Investigation - evaluation: reviews of the complaint history, device history record, documentation, instructions for use (ifu), manufacturing instructions, specifications, and quality control of the device were conducted during the investigation.The complaint device was not returned; therefore, no physical examinations could be performed.Images were provided by the distributor showing an unknown foreign material within the product packaging.A document-based investigation evaluation was also conducted.A review of the device history showed no failure-related nonconforming events.It should be noted there were no other reported lot-related complaints.No gaps were discovered in the manufacturing instructions, specifications, or quality control procedures.Cook has concluded that sufficient inspection activities are in place to identify this failure mode prior to distribution.There is no evidence that additional nonconforming product exists in-house or in the field.The product is packaged with instructions for use, which state, ¿do not use the product if there is doubt as to whether the product is sterile.¿ based on the information available, investigation has concluded that a manufacturing and quality control deficiency contributed to this incident.We will continue our monitoring of similar complaints and have notified the appropriate personnel of this event.Per the quality engineering risk assessment, no further action is required.This report is required by the fda under 21 cfr part 803 and is based on unconfirmed information submitted by others.Neither the submission of this report nor any statement contained herein is intended to be an admission that any cook device is defective or malfunctioned, that a death or serious injury occurred, nor that any cook device caused, contributed to, or is likely to cause or contribute to a death or serious injury if a malfunction occurred.
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