A perceval pvs23 was implanted on (b)(6) 2018.On (b)(6) 2018, the valve was reportedly explanted due to stenosis of the device.It was reported that the valve was deformed and an attempt was made to balloon-dilate the device on december 20, 2018; however, the valve did not regain its original shape.A thoracotomy was therefore performed to remove the device and a medtronic biological valve was implanted.The re-operation went well and the patient returned to the ward, although post-operative electrocardiogram revealed third degree av block and a permanent pacemaker was implanted on (b)(6) 2018.
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The manufacturing and material records for the perceval heart valve, model #icv1209 , s/n # (b)(6), as they pertain to the reported event, were retrieved and reviewed by quality engineering at livanova canada corp.The results confirmed that this valve satisfied all material, visual, and performance standards required for a (model #icv1209) perceval heart valve at the time of manufacture and release.The manufacturer has followed up for the return of the device; however, the device has not been received to date.As such, the device cannot be investigated and the root cause of the event cannot be established.Based on the document review performed, no manufacturing deficiencies were identified.If the device is received in the future, appropriate investigative action will be taken.
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