Model Number CI-1601-05 |
Device Problems
Mechanical Problem (1384); Patient Device Interaction Problem (4001)
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Patient Problems
Failure of Implant (1924); Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms, Conditions Term / Code Not Available (4581)
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Event Date 01/21/2022 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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The recipient is reportedly experiencing decreased performance and sound quality issues despite the device testing within normal limits.Revision surgery is scheduled.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The recipient's device was explanted.The recipient was reimplanted with another advanced bionics device.Disclaimer: advanced bionics does not intend that this report be any admission of liability, fault or product defect.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Advanced bionics considers the investigation into this reportable event as closed.The external visual inspection revealed that the electrode was severed, as well as sliced silicone on the top cover.These anomalies are believed to have occurred during revision surgery.The device passed photographic imaging inspection.System lock was verified.The condition of the electrode prevented an electrical test from being performed.The device passed some of the electrical tests performed.The device passed the mechanical tests performed.The failure of this device is attributed to an electrode short in the electrode pocket.A corrective action was implemented.This version of the hires ultra device is no longer distributed.This is the final report.Disclaimer: advanced bionics does not intend that this report be any admission of liability, fault or product defect.
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