The user facility reported that during procedure to treat glaucoma, the tip of the storz kelly decement membrane punch broke and got lodged in the patient¿s left eye.The patient had the broken piece removed from the eye by a retina specialist the same day at another facility.There was no enlargement from the secondary surgery, and it is unknown if the patient had anesthesia at another facility.The current status of the patient was reported as stable and is home recovering.
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The device was not returned for evaluation, therefore a root cause into the complaint could not be established.The trend analysis, risk analysis and/or directions for use review were considered acceptable, with the product performing within anticipated rates.No corrective action required.
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