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MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ABBOTT DIABETES CARE INC FREESTYLE LIBRE 14 DAY; FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM
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ABBOTT DIABETES CARE INC FREESTYLE LIBRE 14 DAY; FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM Back to Search Results
Model Number 71940-01
Device Problem Appropriate Term/Code Not Available (3191)
Patient Problems Scarring (2061); Skin Irritation (2076); Burning Sensation (2146); Fluid Discharge (2686)
Event Date 01/04/2020
Event Type  Injury  
Manufacturer Narrative
The product has been requested back for an investigation.A follow-up report will be submitted once additional information is obtained.The date of event is unknown.The date entered is the date abbott diabetes care became aware of the event.The device mfg date is unknown.The date entered is the date abbott diabetes care became aware of the event.All pertinent information available to abbott diabetes care has been submitted.
 
Event Description
Customer reported experiencing skin irritation, scarring, burning, and fluid discharge while wearing an adc freestyle libre sensor and having contact with a healthcare professional who prescribed flovent (fluticasone propionate) steroid spray for pre-treatment prior to sensor application.Customer reported the pre-treatment was ineffective and skin irritation persisted, however no additional treatment was reported.There was no report of death or permanent injury associated with this event.
 
Manufacturer Narrative
No product has been returned and a valid serial number has not been provided.Extended investigation has been performed for the reported complaint and there was no indication that the product did not meet specification.The reported complaint is related to skin irritation or an allergic reaction to the patch adhesive of the freestyle libre sensor.Dose audit reports were reviewed and demonstrated the continued effectiveness of the established sterilization process for libre sensor kits.Environmental monitoring reports were reviewed, including bioburden and endotoxin testing, and demonstrated that all monitoring processes continue to meet adc minimum requirements for product quality.Clinical data was reviewed and confirmed that freestyle libre sensor continue to be safe, effective, and perform as intended in the field.A tripped trend review was completed for the reported complaint and fs libre sensors, and there were no adverse trends that indicate any potential product related issues.If the product is returned, the case will be re-opened and a physical investigation will be performed.
 
Event Description
Customer reported experiencing skin irritation, scarring, burning, and fluid discharge while wearing an adc freestyle libre sensor and having contact with a healthcare professional who prescribed flovent (fluticasone propionate) steroid spray for pre-treatment prior to sensor application.Customer reported the pre-treatment was ineffective and skin irritation persisted, however no additional treatment was reported.There was no report of death or permanent injury associated with this event.
 
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Brand Name
FREESTYLE LIBRE 14 DAY
Type of Device
FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM
Manufacturer (Section D)
ABBOTT DIABETES CARE INC
1360 south loop road
alameda CA 94502 7001
Manufacturer Contact
tara williamson
1360 south loop road
alameda, CA 94502-7001
5108644472
MDR Report Key9633720
MDR Text Key176480307
Report Number2954323-2020-00714
Device Sequence Number1
Product Code PZE
Combination Product (y/n)N
PMA/PMN Number
P160030
Number of Events Reported1
Summary Report (Y/N)N
Report Source Manufacturer
Source Type consumer
Type of Report Initial,Followup
Report Date 02/21/2020
1 Device was Involved in the Event
1 Patient was Involved in the Event
Date FDA Received01/27/2020
Is this an Adverse Event Report? Yes
Is this a Product Problem Report? No
Device Operator Lay User/Patient
Device Model Number71940-01
Was Device Available for Evaluation? No
Date Manufacturer Received02/05/2020
Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
Date Device Manufactured01/04/2020
Is the Device Single Use? Yes
Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device? No
Type of Device Usage N
Patient Sequence Number1
Patient Outcome(s) Required Intervention;
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