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MalfunctionNFA

FilterWire EZ?

Received Jul 29, 2026 · Event occurred Jul 3, 2026

Report 2124215-2026-40559 · MDR key 50068889

Device

Generic name

Temporary Coronary Saphenous Vein Bypass Graft For Embolic Protection

Model number

H749201001900

Catalog number

H749201001900

Lot number

0036083409

Product problems

  • Difficult to Remove
  • Difficult to Advance

Patient

53 YR · Male

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

It was reported that removal difficulty occurred.The target lesion was located in the carotid artery. A 190 cm FilterWire EZ? was selected for use. During the procedure, upon retraction of the FilterWire, the retrieval sheath failed to advance to the plain body section of the device due to significant resistance. The physician could only attempt to directly withdraw the opened retrieval sheath of the FilterWire together with the guiding catheter out of the body. The procedure was completed with another of the same device. There were no patient complications as a result of this event.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

E1 - (b)(6).