Model Number 11500A |
Device Problems
Calcified (1077); Gradient Increase (1270); Patient-Device Incompatibility (2682)
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Patient Problems
Dyspnea (1816); Fatigue (1849); Heart Failure/Congestive Heart Failure (4446); Insufficient Information (4580)
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Event Date 08/31/2023 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: additional narratives: surgical/percutaneous intervention is indicated or performed, or harm occurred due to the device, or there is a device malfunction that could cause or contribute to a serious injury.This event is considered a serious injury.The device was not returned for evaluation, as it remains implanted.The investigation is still in progress; therefore, a conclusion has yet to be established.A supplemental report will be submitted accordingly upon investigation completion.
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Event Description
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It was reported that a patient with a 23mm aortic valve is being evaluated for a valve-in-valve procedure after an implant duration of 3 years, 9 months due to stenosis.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The most likely cause is patient factors, including hyperlipidemia.The device history record (dhr) was reviewed and showed that this device met all manufacturing and sterilization specifications for product release prior to distribution.No issues were identified that would have impacted this event.Edwards will continue to review and monitor all events.Trends are monitored on a monthly basis and if action is required, appropriate investigation will be performed.
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Event Description
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It was reported that a patient with a 11500a 23mm aortic valve underwent a valve-in-valve procedure after an implant duration of 3 years, 9 months due to patient-prosthesis mismatch and moderate leaflet calcification.The patient presented with worsening doe, fatigue, and nyha iii.A 29mm non-ew transcatheter valve was implanted.Per medical records a the patient presented with nyha class iii hf symptoms.Tee demonstrated a well-seated aortic valve with leaflet excursion well preserved, however, valve dimensions were smaller compared to size of aorta.Moderate av calcification on ct was also noted.The patient underwent tavr procedure.Post deployment echo revealed excellent result.The patient was discharged on pod#.
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Event Description
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It was reported that a patient with a 11500a 23mm aortic valve underwent a valve-in-valve procedure after an implant duration of 3 years, 9 months due to patient-prosthesis mismatch and moderate leaflet calcification.The patient presented with worsening doe, fatigue, and nyha iii.A 29mm non-ew transcatheter valve was implanted.Per medical records a the patient presented with nyha class iii hf symptoms.Tee demonstrated a well-seated aortic valve with leaflet excursion well preserved, however, valve dimensions were smaller compared to size of aorta.Moderate av calcification on ct was also noted.The patient underwent tavr procedure.Post deployment echo revealed excellent result.The patient was discharged.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The most likely cause is patient factors, including hyperlipidemia.The device history record (dhr) was reviewed and showed that this device met all manufacturing and sterilization specifications for product release prior to distribution.No issues were identified that would have impacted this event.Edwards will continue to review and monitor all events.Trends are monitored on a monthly basis and if action is required, appropriate investigation will be performed.
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Event Description
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It was reported that a patient with a 11500a 23mm aortic valve underwent a valve-in-valve procedure after an implant duration of 3 years, 9 months due to patient-prosthesis mismatch and moderate leaflet calcification.The patient presented with worsening doe, fatigue, and nyha iii.A 29mm non-ew transcatheter valve was implanted.Per medical records a the patient presented with nyha class iii hf symptoms.Tee demonstrated a well-seated aortic valve with leaflet excursion well preserved, however, valve dimensions were smaller compared to size of aorta.Moderate av calcification on ct was also noted.The patient underwent tavr procedure.Post deployment echo revealed excellent result.The patient was discharged.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: additional narratives: updated b5, b7, d4, h4, and h6 per new information received.The most likely cause is patient factors, including hyperlipidemia.The device history record (dhr) was reviewed and showed that this device met all manufacturing and sterilization specifications for product release prior to distribution.No issues were identified that would have impacted this event.Edwards will continue to review and monitor all events.Trends are monitored on a monthly basis and if action is required, appropriate investigation will be performed.
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