Model Number 305U |
Device Problem
Incomplete Coaptation (2507)
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Patient Problems
Aortic Regurgitation (1716); High Blood Pressure/ Hypertension (1908); Low Blood Pressure/ Hypotension (1914)
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Event Date 04/15/2015 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Conclusion: the device history record was reviewed and showed that this product met all manufacturing specifications for product released for distribution.No issues were identified that would have impacted this event.At this time the valve has not been returned for analysis, therefore a root cause for the reported clinical observation cannot be determined.
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Event Description
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Medtronic received information that following implant of this bioprosthetic valve, the patient's pressures became at times hypertensive and hypotensive.An intraoperative transesophageal echocardiogram (tee) indicated valvular regurgitation due to a malfunctioning leaflet; the leaflet appeared to stay open.This valve was removed and another medtronic valve of the same size and model was implanted successfully.Upon explant, the surgeon reported the valve appeared normal.No adverse patient effects were reported.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The product has not been returned for analysis, however, the return is anticipated.Without return of the product, no definitive conclusions can be drawn regarding the clinical observation.Should the device be returned or additional information become available, a supplemental report will be submitted.(b)(4).
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Manufacturer Narrative
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If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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