This is filed to report a gripper actuation issue.It was reported this was a mitraclip procedure to treat functional mitral regurgitation (mr) with a grade of 4.An ntw clip was inserted and advanced into the left atrium (la).However, while in the la, st-elevation and a decrease in blood pressure was observed.Additional iv fluids were given and the st-elevation and blood pressure returned to normal.The procedure was continued and the clip was advanced into the left ventricle (lv).However, it was observed the anterior gripper was not lowering.Troubleshooting was performed, but the gripper remained raised.Therefore, the clip was removed and replaced.One clip was implanted, reducing mr a grade of <1.There were no adverse patient effects and no clinically significant delay in the procedure.No additional information was provided.
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All available information was investigated, and the reported single gripper actuation issue was not confirmed via returned device analysis.A review of the lot history record revealed no manufacturing nonconformities issued to the reported lot that would have contributed to this event.Additionally, a review of the complaint history identified no similar complaints reported from this lot.Based on available information and the returned device analysis, the cause of the reported single gripper actuation issue, ekg/ecg changes, and hypotension were unable to be determined.The reported patient effects of ekg/ecg changes (cardiac arrhythmias) and hypotension, as listed in the mitraclip system instructions for use (ifu), are known possible complications associated with mitraclip procedures.The reported medication required was a result of case-specific circumstances.There is no indication of a product quality issue with respect to manufacture, design, or labeling.
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