MAUDE Adverse Event Report: EBI, LLC. SOFT-TOUCH ELECTRODES, 63B

Model Number N/A

Device Problems Patient-Device Incompatibility (2682); Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)

Patient Problems Itching Sensation (1943); Blister (4537); Skin Inflammation/ Irritation (4545)

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

Zimvie complaint (b)(4).The event occurred sometime in (b)(4) 2022.Medical product: unknown.Therapy date: unknown.Customer has indicated that the product is in process of being returned to zimvie for investigation.Once the investigation is complete, a supplemental medwatch 3500a will be submitted.

Event Description

It was reported by the patient that she experienced irritation to the 63b electrodes.According to the patient, she waited until skin was clear before trying the 63b electrodes.The patient reported that she performed the time test with the 63b electrodes and successfully treated for 3 days and 1 to 2 hours per day.The patient stated that the irritation began while treating for 3 hours.The patient describes the skin as red and itchy with blisters and welts.She changed and rotated the electrodes daily.The patient stated that the irritation was directly under the electrodes.The patient stated that she cleaned the area with dove soap, and she does not have sensitive skin.The patient reported that she is allergic to plavix and sulfa drugs but has no seasonal allergies.The patient stated that she does not take blood pressure medication but does take a beta blocker for irregular heartbeat.The patient did not speak to a doctor about irritation but has a follow up appointment with her surgeon in (b)(6) of 2022 and will discuss it then.The patient will keep 63b electrodes lot # 132301 and will continue use for 2 hours per day.It was later reported by the patient that she spoke to her primary care physician who prescribed trimcinone cream.The patient is still continuing to treat 2 hours a day with the 63b electrodes.

Event Description

It was reported by the patient that she experienced irritation to the 63b electrodes.According to the patient, she waited until skin was clear before trying the 63b electrodes.The patient reported that she performed the time test with the 63b electrodes and successfully treated for 3 days and 1 to 2 hours per day.The patient stated that the irritation began while treating for 3 hours.The patient describes the skin as red and itchy with blisters and welts.She changed and rotated the electrodes daily.The patient stated that the irritation was directly under the electrodes.The patient stated that she cleaned the area with dove soap, and she does not have sensitive skin.The patient reported that she is allergic to plavix and sulfa drugs but has no seasonal allergies.The patient stated that she does not take blood pressure medication but does take a beta blocker for irregular heartbeat.The patient did not speak to a doctor about irritation but has a follow up appointment with her surgeon in (b)(6) 2022 and will discuss it then.The patient will keep 63b electrodes lot # 132301 and will continue use for 2 hours per day.It was later reported by the patient that she spoke to her primary care physician who prescribed trimcinone cream.The patient is still continuing to treat 2 hours a day with the 63b electrodes.

Manufacturer Narrative

This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The device was returned to zimvie for investigation.The reported event was not verifiable after the investigation associated with allergic reaction and skin irritation.The device history record was reviewed and no discrepancies related to the reported event were found.No physical and/or functional condition could be found after the dhr that could be considered a causal factor for the reported complaint.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly zimvie will continue to monitor for trends.H3: device evaluated by manufacturer updated to yes.H6: component codes added 451-electrodes.H6: impact code added 4648-insufficient information.H6: clinical code added 4545 - skin inflammation/ irritation.H6: clinical code added 1943-itching sensation.H6: clinical code added 4537 - blister.H6: device code updated to 2682 - patient-device incompatibility.H6: investigation code added to 3331 - analysis of production records.H6: investigation code added to 4119 ¿ insufficient information available.H6: investigation findings code added to 3221: no findings available.H6: investigation conclusion added to 4315- cause not established.H10: additional narratives/data.The following sections have been corrected: h6: device code updated to 2993: adverse event without identified device or use problem.

• Brand Name: SOFT-TOUCH ELECTRODES, 63B
• Type of Device: ELECTRODES
• Manufacturer (Section D): EBI, LLC.; 1 gatehall dr; parsippany NJ 07054
• Manufacturer (Section G): EBI, LLC.; 1 gatehall dr; parsippany NJ 07054
• Manufacturer Contact: stephanie smith ; 1 gatehall dr; parsippany, NJ 07054 ; 9732999300
• MDR Report Key: 15726932
• MDR Text Key: 303054599
• Report Number: 0002242816-2022-00132
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LOF
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00880304820852
• UDI-Public: 00880304820852
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: P850022/S017
• 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,Followup
• Report Date: 03/10/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: N/A
• Device Catalogue Number: 106130-22
• Device Lot Number: 132301
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 09/14/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 11/04/2022
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 02/21/2023
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 03/10/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 11/01/2021
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Unknown
• Removal/Correction Number: N/A
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Treatment: SEE H10 NARRATIVE.
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention
• Patient Sex: Female