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Model Number INVISALIGN SYSTEM - COMPREHENSIVE |
Device Problem
Appropriate Term/Code Not Available (3191)
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Patient Problem
Hypersensitivity/Allergic reaction (1907)
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Event Date 04/13/2023 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The current instructions for use (ifu) pn contains the following: "warning - in rare instances, some patient may be allergic to the plastic aligner material, discontinue use and consult a health care professional immediately." the treating doctor shared that the potential root cause could be an allergic reaction.Based on the information, although the medication prescribed did not suggest an acute reaction, this is determined to be a serious adverse event since the patient reported an anaphylactic episode and the invisalign product was being used.
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Event Description
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The patient reported symptoms of recession, difficulty breathing, swollen mouth, cuts and anaphylactic episode.The patient did not report requiring any medical intervention to alleviate the reported symptoms.The patient reported being prescribed with a steroid pack to alleviate the reported symptoms.The treatment was discontinued on (b)(6)2023 and the patient is currently getting better.
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