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

Model Number 71992-01

Device Problems Unable to Obtain Readings (1516); Device Displays Incorrect Message (2591)

Patient Problems Loss of consciousness (2418); Balance Problems (4401)

Event Date 01/14/2023

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

An error message was reported with the adc device.Customer received a "replace sensor" message and was unable to obtain readings.As a result, customer experienced "balance problems and loss of consciousness" and was able to self-treat.No further treatment was reported.There was no report of death or permanent impairment associated with this event.

Manufacturer Narrative

The product has been requested back for an investigation.A follow-up report will be submitted once additional information is obtained.The device mfg date is unknown.The date entered in section h4 is the date abbott diabetes care became aware of the event.All pertinent information available to abbott diabetes care has been submitted.

Event Description

An error message was reported with the adc device.Customer received a "replace sensor" message and was unable to obtain readings.As a result, customer experienced "balance problems and loss of consciousness" and was able to self-treat.No further treatment was reported.There was no report of death or permanent impairment associated with this event.

Manufacturer Narrative

Repeated attempts by adc to retrieve the product were unsuccessful and/or the customer discarded the product.No product has been returned.An extended investigation has been performed for the reported complaint and it has been determined that there was no indication that the product did not meet specification.The dhrs (device history review) for the libre sensor and libre sensor kits were reviewed and the dhrs showed the libre sensor and libre sensor kits 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.

• 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: audra fuentes ; 1360 south loop road; alameda, CA 94502-7001 ; 5107495297
• MDR Report Key: 16234294
• MDR Text Key: 308015948
• Report Number: 2954323-2023-03902
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: QLG
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: FR
• PMA/PMN Number: K193371
• 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: 02/06/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 01/24/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Lay User/Patient
• Device Expiration Date: 08/31/2022
• Device Model Number: 71992-01
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 01/31/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 05/22/2021
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Other