MAUDE Adverse Event Report: APOLLO ENDOSURGERY LAP-BAND AP LARGE W/ ACCESS PORT I; ADJUSTABLE GASTRIC BAND

Model Number B-2245

Device Problem Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)

Patient Problems Inflammation (1932); Irritation (1941); Regurgitation (2259)

Event Date 04/13/2017

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

Taper ii.Device labeling addresses the reported event as follows: adverse events: it is important to discuss all possible complications and adverse events with your patient.Complications which may result from the use of this product include the risks associated with the medications and methods utilized in the surgical procedure, the risks associated with any surgical procedure and the patient's degree of intolerance to any foreign object implanted in the body.Ulceration, gastritis, gastroesophageal reflux, heartburn, gas bloat, dysphagia, dehydration, constipation, and weight regain have been reported after gastric restriction procedures.Other adverse events considered related to the lap-band system that occurred in fewer than 1% of subjects included: esophagitis, gastritis, hiatal hernia, pancreatitis, abdominal pain, hernia, incisional infection, infection, redundant skin, dehydration, gi perforation, diarrhea, abnormal stools, constipation, flatulence, dyspepsia, eructation, cardiospasm, hematemesis, asthenia, fever, chest pain, incision pain, contact dermatitis, abnormal healing, edema, paresthesia, dysmenorrhea, hypochromic anemia, band leak, cholecystitis, esophageal dysmotility, esophageal ulcer, esophagitis, port displacement, port site pain, spleen injury and wound infection.Warnings: patients should be advised that the lap-band ap system is a long-term implant.Explant (removal) and replacement surgery may be indicated at any time.Medical management of adverse reactions may include explantation.Revision surgery for explantation and replacement may also be indicated to achieve patient satisfaction.

Event Description

Reported as: a patient with the lap-band system was reported to have a "lap-band device removal." it was noted that patient suffered from persistent reflux due to esophagitis.

Manufacturer Narrative

Supplement #1 - medwatch sent to fda on 30/aug/2017.Device evaluation summary: the device was returned for analysis, and visual examination confirmed the connector type as taper ii.Visual inspection noted the entire lap-band system was returned, with the port tubing separated, approximately 1.0 inch away from the ss connector.Scratches were noted on the port, and port holes.Needle marks were noted on the outer surface of the port.The band ring and shell were noted to be discolored, and were light brown in appearance.Brown particles were noted on the inner surface of the shell.White particles were noted on the outer surface of the shell.A fill inspection test was performed, and no blockage was noted when di water was passed through the port septum, or through the port tubing.An air leak test was performed, and no leakage was noted.Under microscopic analysis, both the ends of the band tubing and the port tubing were noted to have striated edges, consistent with surgical end cuts, and device removal activities.

• Brand Name: LAP-BAND AP LARGE W/ ACCESS PORT I
• Type of Device: ADJUSTABLE GASTRIC BAND
• Manufacturer (Section D): APOLLO ENDOSURGERY; 1120 s. captial tx hwy; bldg. 1 suite 300; austin TX 78746
• Manufacturer (Section G): ALLERGAN; global park free zone; 900 global park; la aurora de heredia, ; CS
• Manufacturer Contact: laura leboeuf ; 1120 s. captial of texas hwy; bldg 1, ste. 300; austin, TX 78746 ; 5122795141
• MDR Report Key: 6678007
• MDR Text Key: 78724062
• Report Number: 3006722112-2017-00216
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LTI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10811955020190
• UDI-Public: 10811955020190
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: P000008
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: health professional
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 08/11/2017

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 06/29/2017
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Physician
• Device Expiration Date: 11/24/2009
• Device Model Number: B-2245
• Device Catalogue Number: B-2245
• Device Lot Number: 1521855
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 06/09/2017
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 08/11/2017
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 11/27/2007
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Treatment: ALLERGY MEDICATION; AMBIEN; B-12; BLOOD PRESSURE MEDICATION; CARAFAT; CINGULAR; NEXIUM; VITAMIN D
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention
• Patient Age: 56 YR