Model Number CI-1601-04 |
Device Problems
Mechanical Problem (1384); Energy Output Problem (1431)
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Patient Problems
Failure of Implant (1924); Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms, Conditions Term / Code Not Available (4581)
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Event Date 09/16/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Disclaimer: advanced bionics does not intend that this report be any admission of liability, fault or product defect.
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Event Description
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The recipient is reportedly experiencing loudness growth issues.Revision surgery is scheduled.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The recipient's device was explanted.The recipient was reimplanted with another advanced bionics cochlear device.Disclaimer: advanced bionics does not intend that this report be any admission of liability, fault or product defect.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Dvanced bionics considers the investigation into this reportable event as closed.The external visual inspection revealed cuts in the silicone overmold on the top and bottom covers, as well as a severed electrode.These are believed to have occurred during revision surgery.Photographic imaging inspection revealed a broken electrode within the electrode pocket.System lock was verified.The electrode condition prevented an electrical test from being performed.The device passed some of the electrical tests performed.The device passed the mechanical test performed.The failure of this device is attributed to an electrode short in the electrode pocket.A corrective action was implemented.This version of the hires ultra device is no longer distributed.This is the final report.Disclaimer: advanced bionics does not intend that this report be any admission of liability, fault or product defect.
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