Medtronic received information that immediately post implant of a surgical sutureless bioprosthesis valve, patient had no underlying rhythm.Patient was found to be in complete heart block and physician felt a permanent pacemaker (ppm) implant was needed.Patient was dependent on temporary pacer with no underlying rhythm for 48 hours.Two days post implant, a ppm was implanted, and no additional adverse patient effects were reported.(b)(4) this report reflects information received by fda in the form of a notification per 803.22 (b)(2).
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