The device was not returned for analysis.A review of the lot history record revealed no manufacturing nonconformities issued to the reported lot that would have contributed to the reported event.Based on the available information, the reported vascular dissection appears to be due to procedural conditions.The reported patient effect of vascular dissection, as listed in the mitraclip system instructions for use, is a known possible complication associated with mitraclip procedures.There is no indication of a product quality issue with respect to manufacture, design or labeling.
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This is filed to report after the procedure an aortic dissection was noted.It was reported that this was a mitraclip procedure to treat functional mitral regurgitation (mr) with grade 4.One clip was implanted, reducing mr to 1-2.After the procedure, an aortic dissection was confirmed.In the physician's opinion, the aortic dissection was due to transesophageal echocardiography probe or patient's hemodynamic effect.The patient was placed under observation.No additional information was provided.
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