MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ABBOTT DIABETES CARE INC FREESTYLE LIBRE 14 DAY; FLASH GLUCOSE MONITORING SYSTEM

Model Number 71940-01

Device Problem High Readings (2459)

Patient Problems Fall (1848); Headache (1880); Hypoglycemia (1912); Loss of consciousness (2418)

Event Date 04/01/2022

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

At this time product has not yet been returned.An extended investigation has been performed for the reported complaint and there was no indication that the product did not meet specification.Dhrs for the libre sensor and libre sensor kit were reviewed and the dhrs showed the libre sensor and sensor kit passed all tests prior to release.If the product is returned, a physical investigation will be performed and a follow-up report submitted.All pertinent information available to abbott diabetes care has been submitted.

Event Description

A high readings issue was reported with the adc device.A caregiver reported a sensor scan of 260 mg/dl was obtained and based on the result, the customer was treated with an unspecified dose of insulin.Subsequently, the customer became hypoglycemic and experienced a loss of consciousness which resulted in a fall that led to the customer hitting their head.The paramedic was called and upon arriving, a glucose result of 40 mg/dl was received on their device and the customer¿s mother administered glucagon as treatment.The customer was seen at the hospital and received painkillers for a headache sustained from hitting their head.No additional information was provided.There was no report of death or permanent injury associated with this event.

• 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: audra fuentes ; 1360 south loop road; alameda, CA 94502-7001 ; 5107495297
• MDR Report Key: 14069436
• MDR Text Key: 288976942
• Report Number: 2954323-2022-11678
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: PZE
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: PL
• PMA/PMN Number: P160030
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Consumer
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 04/10/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 04/10/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Lay User/Patient
• Device Expiration Date: 05/31/2023
• Device Model Number: 71940-01
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 04/04/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 01/07/2022
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention