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

Model Number 71992-01

Device Problems Unable to Obtain Readings (1516); Failure to Fire (2610)

Patient Problems Bruise/Contusion (1754); Hypoglycemia (1912); Pain (1994); Diaphoresis (2452)

Event Date 07/28/2022

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

A customer reported that they were unable to apply the adc device and as a result, the customer was unable to monitor their blood glucose.The customer experienced symptoms described as ¿soreness, sweating, and bruises on legs nightmarish¿, and was unable to self-treat and was treated with oral glucose by a third party.No further information was provided.There was no report of death or permanent injury associated with this event.

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.The dhrs (device history review) for the libre sensor kit was reviewed and the dhrs showed the libre 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.

Manufacturer Narrative

Sensor (b)(6) has been returned and investigated.Visual inspection was performed on the returned sensor, and no issues were observed.The sensor plug was properly seated.Applicator (b)(6) has been returned and investigated.Visually inspection has been performed on the applicator and no issues were observed.It is observed that the applicator was fired correctly.The sharp has been investigated and no issues were observed.Sensor pack (b)(6) has been returned and investigated.Visually inspection has been performed and damage was observed in transition feature.It is observed that the lid was completely peeled off.All pertinent information available to abbott diabetes care has been submitted.

Event Description

A customer reported that they were unable to apply the adc device and as a result, the customer was unable to monitor their blood glucose.The customer experienced symptoms described as ¿soreness, sweating, and bruises on legs nightmarish¿, and was unable to self-treat and was treated with oral glucose by a third party.No further information was provided.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: 15184753
• MDR Text Key: 297448346
• Report Number: 2954323-2022-27843
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: QLG
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: UK
• 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,Followup
• Report Date: 02/07/2023

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 Expiration Date: 08/31/2023
• Device Model Number: 71992-01
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 07/28/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 08/08/2022
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 02/03/2023
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 02/07/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 04/24/2022
• 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