Model Number 11400M27 |
Device Problem
Inadequacy of Device Shape and/or Size (1583)
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Patient Problem
Insufficient Information (4580)
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Event Date 02/10/2022 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The investigation is still in progress; therefore, a conclusion has yet to be established.A supplemental report will be submitted accordingly upon investigation completion.Edwards will continue to review and monitor all reported events.Trends are monitored on a monthly basis and if action is required, appropriate investigation will be performed.
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Event Description
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Edwards received information that a 27mm 11400m mitral pericardial valve was explanted on postoperative day three (3) due to an interference with the patient's native chordae tendineae.The device was originally implanted for mitral valve replacement to correct mitral stenosis.The device was explanted and replaced with a smaller size same model 25mm 11400m.The patient status was reported as "under treatment".The device was not returned for evaluation as it was discarded at the hospital.There was no allegation of device malfunction.Multiple cardiac surgical procedure: tricuspid annuloplasty with a 28 mm 6200t ring at implant.The doctor was asked and has affirmed that there was no malfunction of the device and the device did not cause or contribute to the event.The doctor commented that this event was caused by the patient's anatomy and technical factors.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The device history record (dhr) review was completed and this device passed all manufacturing and sterilization inspections prior to release for distribution.Dhr review was performed and no relevant nonconformances were identified.The doctor was asked and has affirmed that there was no malfunction of the device and the device did not cause or contribute to the event.Based on the available information, the cause of the event is patient and procedural factors.
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