MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ABBOTT DIABETES CARE INC FREESTYLE LIBRE 2; FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM

Model Number 71992-01

Device Problem Appropriate Term/Code Not Available (3191)

Patient Problems Skin Irritation (2076); Swelling (2091); Skin Inflammation (2443)

Event Date 10/23/2020

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

At this time product has not yet been returned and a valid serial number has not been provided.An 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, a physical investigation will be performed and a follow-up report submitted.The date the incident occurred 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

A customer reported experiencing a skin reaction while wearing the adc freestyle libre 2 sensor, with symptoms of itching and inflammation.The customer further reported having contact with a healthcare provider and was prescribed cortisone ointment as treatment.There was no report of death or permanent injury associated with this event.

• Brand Name: FREESTYLE LIBRE 2
• Type of Device: FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM
• Manufacturer (Section D): ABBOTT DIABETES CARE INC; 1360 south loop road; alameda CA 94502 7001
• Manufacturer Contact: erica frank ; 1360 south loop road; alameda, CA 94502-7001 ; 5104242454
• MDR Report Key: 10795195
• MDR Text Key: 215007385
• Report Number: 2954323-2020-09928
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: QLG
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K193371
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: consumer
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 11/05/2020

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 11/05/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: 71992-01
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 10/23/2020
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: N
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention
• Patient Age: 70 YR
• Patient Weight: 83