Catalog Number 1012463-18 |
Device Problem
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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Patient Problem
Death (1802)
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Event Date 07/18/2016 |
Event Type
Death
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).The stent remains in the patient.Investigation is not yet complete.A follow up report will be submitted with all relevant information.
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Event Description
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It was reported that on (b)(6) 2014, the patient underwent a coronary procedure with implantation of two absorb bioresorbable vascular scaffolds (bvs) in the proximal and mid right coronary artery (rca).On (b)(6) 2016, approximately 2 years later, the patient was found dead at home.Cause of death is unknown.No additional information provided.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Although the patient death, due to ischemic heart disease and right coronary artery atheroma, is not related to the implanted absorb scaffolds or procedure; it was previously reported.Because the initial report has already been filed, this event must remain reportable.No investigation required.Based on the information reviewed, there is no indication of a product quality issue with respect to manufacture, design or labeling of the device.
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Event Description
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Subsequent to the initial 30-day medwatch report, additional information was received.On (b)(6) 2016, the patient was found dead at home.Paramedics performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr); however, the patient could not be revived.Cause of death was listed at ischemic heart disease and right coronary artery atheroma.Secondary cause of death was listed as diabetes mellitus type 2 and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.The study physician has deemed this event as unrelated to the study devices or study procedure.Although the patient death, due to ischemic heart disease and right coronary artery atheroma, is not related to the implanted absorb scaffolds or procedure, this event has been reported; therefore, it will remain reportable.No additional information was provided.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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