It was reported that after implantation of an intraocular lens (iol) into the right (od) eye, the patient presented with a decrease in vision and the iol appeared to be scratched.In the surgeon''s opinion, the most likely cause of the iol damage was due to a loading error.The surgeon referred the patient to a specialist and approximately three weeks after implant, a successful lens exchange took place.The patient's outcome is good.Additional information has been requested, but not received.
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Although requested, the device was not returned for evaluation and additional information regarding the event was not provided.As a lot number for the device was not provided, the associated device history record was not reviewed.The trend analysis, risk analysis, and directions for use are considered acceptable with the product performing within anticipated rates.Based on the available information, user related factors (such as loading or handling techniques) and/or procedural factors (such as lens and inserter interaction) may have caused or contributed to the event.
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