Conclusion: no product specimen was returned for analysis.Attempts to obtain additional information and device return have been unsuccessful.The device history record was reviewed and showed that this product met all manufacturing specifications for product released for distribution.No issues were identified that would have impacted this event.Possible causes of the reported regurgitation include, but are not limited to, calcification, pannus or possible patient outgrowth, as the valve had been implanted for more than 9 years.However, at this time there is insufficient information to determine the root cause of the reported regurgitation.
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