MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ABBOTT DIABETES CARE INC FREESTYLE LIBRE 2; FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM

Model Number 71992-01

Device Problem Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)

Patient Problems Hypoglycemia (1912); Seizures (2063); Loss of consciousness (2418)

Event Date 08/08/2020

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

At this time product has not yet been returned and a valid serial number has not been provided.An extended investigation has been performed for the reported complaint and there was no indication that the product did not meet specification.Clinical data was reviewed and confirmed that libre sensors continue to be safe, effective, and perform as intended in the field.A tripped trend review was conducted for the reported complaint and fs libre sensors, no trends were identified that would indicate any product related issues.If the product is returned, a physical investigation will be performed and a follow-up report submitted.The device manufacturing date is unknown.The date entered is the date abbott diabetes care became aware of the event.All pertinent information available to abbott diabetes care has been submitted.

Event Description

A caregiver reported via email that the adc freestyle libre 2 sensor detached after 1 day of wear due to exposure to moisture.On (b)(6) 2020, because of the sensor detaching, the customer had a seizure and lost consciousness.Emergency services were called, and a blood glucose of 26 mg/dl was obtained on the hcp meter and the customer as provided sugar by the caregiver.The customer was taken the emergency room and was further treated with a glucose infusion and diagnosed with hypoglycemia.There was no report of death or permanent injury associated with this event.

• Brand Name: FREESTYLE LIBRE 2
• Type of Device: FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM
• Manufacturer (Section D): ABBOTT DIABETES CARE INC; 1360 south loop road; alameda CA 94502 7001
• Manufacturer Contact: erica frank ; 1360 south loop road; alameda, CA 94502-7001 ; 5104242454
• MDR Report Key: 10817782
• MDR Text Key: 215545757
• Report Number: 2954323-2020-10301
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: QLG
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K193371
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: consumer
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 11/10/2020

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: 71992-01
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 08/13/2020
• Initial Date FDA Received: 11/10/2020
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/13/2020
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: N
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention
• Patient Age: 19 YR
• Patient Weight: 68