| Model Number |
NCEUP3012X |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Burst Container or Vessel (1074)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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| Date of Event |
12/24/2019
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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Event or Problem Description
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During a procedure an attempt was made to use a nc euphora rx ptca balloon catheter.The device was inspected with no issues noted.The lesion was pre-dilated.The device passed through a previously deployed stent.Resistance was not encountered when advancing the device and excessive force was not used during delivery.It was reported that a balloon burst/leak occurred during the first inflation at 17-18 atm.No patient injury was reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Product analysis # (b)(6): device was returned for evaluation.The device returned with blood visible in the balloon and inflation lumen.The balloon failed negative prep.Upon visual inspection of the device, there was a large radial tear to the proximal balloon bond.The balloon material was jagged and uneven at the tear site.It was not possible to inflate the device.No other damage evident to the remainder of the device if information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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