Model Number 31MECJ-502 |
Device Problem
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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Patient Problem
Mitral Regurgitation (1964)
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Event Date 02/07/2019 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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On (b)(6) 2019, a 31mm masters valve was selected for implant.The device was implanted but severe mitral regurgitation was observed via tee.The patient was placed back on bypass.The valve was inspected and confirmed there was no subvalvular obstruction or any hindrances to the leaflets.The device was explanted and replaced successfully with a 31mm carbomedics mechanical heart valve.The patient remained hemodynamically stable despite the bypass time being prolonged.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event of regurgitation could not be confirmed.Morphological and hydrodynamic examination indicated the valve met abbott specifications.The device history record was reviewed to ensure that each manufacturing and inspection operation was performed.Hydrodynamic testing at the time of manufacturing and upon return to abbott indicated the valve functioned normally.This test ensures proper leaflet coaptation and hemodynamic performance.The cause of the reported event remains unknown.
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Event Description
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On (b)(6) 2019, a 31mm masters valve was selected for implant.The device was implanted but severe mitral regurgitation was observed via tee.The patient was placed back on bypass.The valve was inspected and confirmed there was no subvalvular obstruction or any hindrances to the leaflets.The device was explanted and replaced successfully with a 31mm carbomedics mechanical heart valve.The patient remained hemodynamically stable despite the bypass time being prolonged by 90 minutes.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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