Model Number IPN000254 |
Device Problems
Fluid/Blood Leak (1250); Material Rupture (1546)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 12/20/2019 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported by the rn that 24 hours after therapy started the intra-aortic balloon (iab) ruptured.As a result, the iab was removed.It was noted that patient had stabilized and was being supported medically.There was no report of patient complications, serious injury or death.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Teleflex received the device for investigation.The reported complaint of iab blood in helium pathway is confirmed.A puncture to the bladder, consistent with contact from the broken fiber, was found near the distal tip of the iab which allowed blood to enter the helium pathway.The root cause of the broken fiber is undetermined.A device history record (dhr) review was conducted for the lot number with no relevant findings.All devices passed manufacturing specifications prior to release.Teleflex assessed the risk for the reported complaint.There are no new or revised risks.This will be monitored for any developing trends.No further action required at this time.
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Event Description
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It was reported by the rn that 24 hours after therapy started the intra-aortic balloon (iab) ruptured.As a result, the iab was removed.It was noted that patient had stabilized and was being supported medically.There was no report of patient complications, serious injury or death.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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