MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (BASD) -3006260740 POWERPORT ISP M.R.I. IMPLANTABLE PORT, GROSHONG SINGLE-LUMEN, 8F; PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR

Model Number 9808560

Device Problems Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907); Air/Gas in Device (4062)

Patient Problems Air Embolism (1697); Encephalopathy (1833)

Event Date 10/18/2021

Event Type  Death  

Manufacturer Narrative

As the lot number for the device was not provided, a review of the device history records could not be performed.The sample was not returned to the manufacturer for inspection/evaluation.Therefore, the investigation of the reported event is inconclusive.Based upon the available information, the definitive root cause for this event is unknown.The instructions for use (ifu) is adequate for the reported device/patient code(s) and provides general instructions for use, as well as warnings, precautions and potential complications associated with the device.Upon receipt of new or additional information, a follow-up report will be submitted as applicable.

Event Description

It was reported that some time post the port placement, the surplug was detached during infusion.It was further reported that the air contamination occurred in the patient¿s body and air accumulated in the brain.The current status of the patient is unknown.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: as the lot number for the device was not provided, a review of the device history records could not be performed.The sample was not returned to the manufacturer for inspection/evaluation.Therefore, the investigation of the reported event is inconclusive.Based upon the available information, the definitive root cause for this event is unknown.The instructions for use (ifu) is adequate for the reported device/patient code(s) and provides general instructions for use, as well as warnings, precautions and potential complications associated with the device.Upon receipt of new or additional information, a follow-up report will be submitted as applicable.H10: g3, h6 (patient).H11: b5, h1, h6 (device).H11: section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all of the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.

Event Description

It was reported that some time post the port placement, the device caused air contamination in the patient¿s body and air accumulated in the brain.The patient became unconscious and the patient was expired due to hypoxic encephalopathy.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: manufacturing review: a manufacturing review was not requested as the lot number reported is unknown.Investigation summary: the physical device was not returned for evaluation.No photos were provided for review.Therefore, the investigation is inconclusive for the reported failure as no objective evidence was provided for review.Furthermore, clinical conditions alleged in the complaint cannot be confirmed.It is also true that the impact of the gripper plus device described, which was reported to have been left with the fluid path open (with no end cap or clamping), and that the reported air embolism apparently occurred through one lumen of the infusion set during infusion (positive flow) through a second lumen of that infusion set, must be considered.No contribution of the port device to this event can be confirmed.The definitive root cause could not be determined based upon available information.Labeling review: a review of product labeling documentation (e.G., procedural instructions, indications, warnings, precautions, cautions, possible complications, contraindications, nursing guide, and unit label) did not find any product labeling inadequacy.H11:section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all of the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.H3 other text : device not returned.

Event Description

It was reported that some time post the port placement, the device caused air contamination in the patient¿s body and air accumulated in the brain.The patient became unconscious and the patient was expired due to hypoxic encephalopathy.

• Brand Name: POWERPORT ISP M.R.I. IMPLANTABLE PORT, GROSHONG SINGLE-LUMEN, 8F
• Type of Device: PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (BASD) -3006260740; 605 north 5600 west; salt lake city 84116
• Manufacturer (Section G): BARD REYNOSA S.A. DE C.V. -9617592; blvd. montebello #1; parque industrial colonial; reynosa, tamaulipas 88780 ; MX 88780
• Manufacturer Contact: judy ludwig ; 800 w. rio salado pkwy; tempe, AZ 85281 ; 4803032689
• MDR Report Key: 12801715
• MDR Text Key: 280684275
• Report Number: 3006260740-2021-04833
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LJT
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741027512
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741027512
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: K063377
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 03/15/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 9808560
• Device Catalogue Number: 9808560
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 10/18/2021
• Initial Date FDA Received: 11/12/2021
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 11/26/2021; 03/15/2022
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 12/21/2021; 03/19/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• 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): Death; Life Threatening