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); Tachycardia (2095); Blurred Vision (2137); Diaphoresis (2452)

Event Date 10/01/2022

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported product is not expected to be returned as reporter indicated the device was discarded.An extended investigation has been performed for the reported complaint and there was no indication that the product did not meet specification.Dhr review includes noted and documented non-conformances and there were no nonconformities found that would have an impact on product performance.The dhrs showed the libre sensor and sensor kits passed all tests prior to release and there was no indication that the product did not meet specifications.In the event that unanticipated product is received, a physical investigation will be performed per adc's established processes and procedures and a follow-up report will be submitted upon completion of investigation.All pertinent information available to abbott diabetes care has been submitted.

Event Description

A high readings issue was reported with use of the adc device during an ophthalmologists consultation; as a result, customer experienced hypoglycemia, tachycardia, sweating, and blurred vision.Customer was treated with a glass of water and sugar and no further treatment was required.There was no report of death or permanent impairment 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: 15759029
• MDR Text Key: 303308814
• Report Number: 2954323-2022-41098
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: QLG
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: SP
• 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: 11/09/2022

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: 09/30/2023
• Device Model Number: 71992-01
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 10/31/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 11/09/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 04/26/2022
• 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