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

Model Number 71992-01

Device Problem High Readings (2459)

Patient Problems Hypoglycemia (1912); Hot Flashes/Flushes (2153)

Event Date 11/09/2022

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 reading issue was reported with the adc device.A caregiver reported that an unspecified high scan was received on the sensor when compared to a competitor meter.The customer experienced symptoms described as ¿feeling strange¿, weak legs, feeling hot, and unwell¿.The customer was provided glucose gel by the mother for treatment and no information was provided.There was no report of death or permanent injury associated with this event.

Manufacturer Narrative

Sensor (b)(6) has been returned and investigated.The sensor plug is fully seated and no issues were observed.Extracted data from the returned sensor using approved software.The sensor was found to be in sensor state 5 (indicating normal termination).Inspected the plug assembly, no issues were observed.The current was applied to the sensor to perform accuracy testing while in the test fixture.All results were within specification.Poise voltage and sensor thermistor testing were both within specification, indicating the sensor was providing accurate glucose readings.No malfunction or product deficiency was identified.All pertinent information available to abbott diabetes care has been submitted.

Event Description

A high reading issue was reported with the adc device.A caregiver reported that an unspecified high scan was received on the sensor when compared to a competitor meter.The customer experienced symptoms described as ¿feeling strange¿, weak legs, feeling hot, and unwell¿.The customer was provided glucose gel by the mother for treatment and no information was provided.There was no report of death or permanent injury associated with this event.

• Brand Name: FREESTYLE LIBRE
• 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: 15927964
• MDR Text Key: 304953468
• Report Number: 2954323-2022-44649
• 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,Followup
• Report Date: 02/10/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/06/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Lay User/Patient
• Device Expiration Date: 01/31/2024
• Device Model Number: 71992-01
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Manufacturer Received: 01/24/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 09/22/2022
• 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