MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ABBOTT MEDICAL EPIC PLUS; HEART-VALVE, NON-ALLOGRAFT TISSUE

Model Number E200-21A

Device Problem Incomplete Coaptation (2507)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 03/07/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Investigation is not yet complete.A follow-up report will be submitted with all additional relevant information.

Event Description

It was reported that on (b)(6) 2023, a 21mm epic plus aortic valve was chosen for implant.The patient annulus was sized using a 21mm barrel end sizer.While attempting to thread the valve, it was determined that the valve leaflet was not moving.The 21mm valve was removed and a 19mm sjm masters series valve expanded cuff was inserted.The 19mm sizer was able to enter the annulus well.There was no clinically significant delay.The patient was reported as stable.

Manufacturer Narrative

An event of an leaflet had difficulty opening and closing was reported.The device was returned to abbott for investigation.The investigation found that the sewing cuff was be fully intact and all leaflets were mobile.The valve was sent for functional testing at the engineering test lab.Functional testing revealed leaflet function was considered abnormal as one of the leaflet appeared to be slit.However functional testing at the time of manufacturing indicated the valve functioned normally.This test ensures proper cuspal coaptation and hemodynamic performance.The device history record was reviewed to ensure that each manufacturing and inspection operation was performed and the product met all specifications, including inspection for proper coaptation.Information from the field indicated that difficulty in coaptation was due to patient anatomy.The root cause of the reported event could not be conclusively determined, however it is possible the valve structure was damaged during implant or explant of the valve.

• Brand Name: EPIC PLUS
• Type of Device: HEART-VALVE, NON-ALLOGRAFT TISSUE
• Manufacturer (Section D): ABBOTT MEDICAL; 5050 nathan lane n; plymouth MN 55442
• Manufacturer (Section G): ST. JUDE MEDICAL #3014918977; edificio #44 calle 0, ave. 2; el coyol alajuela 1897- 4050; CS 1897-4050
• Manufacturer Contact: karen krouse ; 5050 nathan lane n; plymouth, MN 55442 ; 6517565400
• MDR Report Key: 16704739
• MDR Text Key: 312976112
• Report Number: 2135147-2023-01538
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LWR
• UDI-Device Identifier: 05415067033017
• UDI-Public: 05415067033017
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: IN
• PMA/PMN Number: P040021
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 06/06/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 04/07/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: E200-21A
• Device Catalogue Number: E200-21A
• Device Lot Number: BR00033975
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 06/05/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/03/2022
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1