The reported oad was received for analysis.Visual examination revealed a gap in the set adhesive for the motor cable.During functional testing a saline solution was poured onto the motor housing, and the speed of the oad was observed to fluctuate as a result of the moisture ingress.All expected led lights were observed to be visibly lit.At the conclusion of the failure analysis investigation, the reported events that the oad sounded as though it were losing speed and the low speed button began blinking were partially confirmed.The motor did not fully stop spinning during analysis, however it spun inconsistently and was unable to maintain speeds.The report that the patient became symptomatic during the procedure occurred prior to the reported device issue.The device analysis was unable to confirm if the device issues experienced could cause or contribute to the patient issues reported.The device history record for this oad lot number has been reviewed.No issues or discrepancies were noted during this review that would have contributed to the reported event.The device met material, assembly, and quality control requirements.Csi id: 07872.
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The peripheral diamondback orbital atherectomy device (oad) was operated on all speeds during treatment to the proximal side of the superficial femoral artery (sfa) with no issues observed.The oad was advanced to the distal side of the sfa and the patient presented with hypotension and bradycardia.Administration of pharmacological therapy was performed to stabilize the patient, and the treatment was continued.The oad sounded as though it were losing speed and the low speed button began blinking.Troubleshooting attempts to power the oad on and off were unsuccessful, and a second oad was opened to complete the procedure.The reported issues with the oad occurred after the reported patient adverse event and there is no indication that the two events are related.The patient was reportedly well.Per the opinion of the physician, it was unclear why the patient became symptomatic during the procedure.It was reported that the patient has experienced hypotension in previous procedures.
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