(b)(4).During processing of this complaint, attempts were made to obtain complete event, patient and device information.The rx absorb 3.0 x 28 mm referenced is being filed under a separate manufacturer report number.The absorb device is currently not commercially available in the u.S; however, it is similar to a device sold in the u.S.The scaffold remains in the patient.Investigation is not yet complete.A follow-up report will be submitted with all additional relevant information.
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(b)(4).There was no reported device malfunction and the product was not returned as the scaffold remains in the anatomy.A review of the lot history record identified no manufacturing nonconformities issued to the reported lot that would have contributed to this event.Based on the case information and related record review, a conclusive cause for the reported patient effects, and the relationship to the product, if any, cannot be determined.The reported patient effects of angina and restenosis, as listed in the bioresorbable vascular scaffold (bvs) system, absorb, instructions for use (ifu), are known adverse events associated with the use of a coronary scaffold in native coronary arteries.There is no indication of a product quality issue with respect to design, manufacture or labeling of the device.
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