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MalfunctionDSP

System, Balloon, Intra-Aortic And Control

Received Jul 27, 2026

Report 2248146-2026-0001315 · MDR key 50004798

Device

Generic name

System, Balloon, Intra-aortic And Control

Manufacturer

Datascope Corp.

Product problems

  • Inflation Problem
  • Obstruction of Flow
  • Moisture or Humidity Problem

Patient

Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

It was reported that during use, the Intra-Aortic Balloon (IAB) malfunctioned. "Low balloon pressure", "ballon blocked" and condensation in helium tubing were reported. No harm was reported. An evaluation was conducted by a Getinge Field Service Engineer (FSE) which revealed no faults were found with the CARDIOSAVE Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) which was in use with this balloon catheter at the time of the event.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

E1 - Event Site Name: (b)(6). The lot number for the medical device referred to in this medical device report has not been received, and therefore, no UDI number can be provided.Upon completion of the investigation into this event a follow up report will be submitted.