MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ADVANCED BIONICS, LLC HIRES 90K¿ IMPLANT; COCHLEAR IMPLANT

Model Number CI-1400-01

Device Problem Extrusion (2934)

Patient Problems Failure of Implant (1924); Unspecified Infection (1930); Inflammation (1932); Skin Tears (2516)

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

The recipient reportedly experienced electrode extrusion and an infection.The recipient presented with broken skin and inflammation around the implant site.The recipient's device was explanted.The recipient was not reimplanted.

Manufacturer Narrative

Additional information regarding treatment details will not be provided.The recipient's infection reportedly resolved.The external visual inspection revealed the electrode was severed near the electrode ground ring and near the array prior to receipt.This is believed to have occurred during revision surgery.The device passed the photographic imaging inspection.System lock was verified.The electrode condition prevented an electrical test from being performed.The device passed the electrical and mechanical tests performed.This device was explanted for medical reasons.The device passed the tests performed.This is the final report.

• Brand Name: HIRES 90K¿ IMPLANT
• Type of Device: COCHLEAR IMPLANT
• Manufacturer (Section D): ADVANCED BIONICS, LLC; 28515 westinghouse place; valencia CA 91355
• Manufacturer Contact: lacey mcdonald ; 28515 westinghouse place; valencia, CA 91355
• MDR Report Key: 7652443
• MDR Text Key: 112799556
• Report Number: 3006556115-2018-00298
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: MCM
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: BE
• PMA/PMN Number: P960058
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: health professional
• Reporter Occupation: Audiologist
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 06/08/2018

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 06/29/2018
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Lay User/Patient
• Device Expiration Date: 05/30/2007
• Device Model Number: CI-1400-01
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 06/26/2018
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 05/19/2005
• 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
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention