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

Model Number 71992-01

Device Problem High Readings (2459)

Patient Problems Hypoglycemia (1912); Malaise (2359); Loss of consciousness (2418)

Event Date 05/19/2022

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

At this time product has not yet been returned.An extended investigation has been performed for the reported complaint and there was no indication that the product did not meet specification.Dhrs (device history record) for the fs libre sensor and fs libre sensor kit were reviewed and the dhrs showed the fs libre sensor and sensor kit passed all tests prior to release.If the product is returned, a physical investigation will be performed and a follow-up report submitted.All pertinent information available to abbott diabetes care has been submitted.

Event Description

A high reading issue was reported with the adc device.A customer reported receiving higher sensor readings compared to a competitor brand meter.The customer experienced malaise and loss of consciousness, requiring treatment of iv glucose administered by healthcare professional.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: audra fuentes ; 1360 south loop road; alameda, CA 94502-7001 ; 5107495297
• MDR Report Key: 14681035
• MDR Text Key: 294047088
• Report Number: 2954323-2022-19174
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: QLG
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: GM
• PMA/PMN Number: K193371
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Consumer
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 06/13/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 06/13/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Lay User/Patient
• Device Expiration Date: 05/31/2023
• Device Model Number: 71992-01
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 06/03/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 01/11/2022
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention