C.R. BARD, INC. (BASD) -3006260740 POWERPORT ISP M.R.I. IMPLANTABLE PORT, CHRONOFLEX SINGLE-LUMEN, 8F; PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR
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Catalog Number 1808060 |
Device Problem
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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Patient Problems
Unspecified Infection (1930); Embolism/Embolus (4438); Thrombosis/Thrombus (4440)
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Event Date 11/11/2022 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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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.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.
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Event Description
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It was reported that ten months and twenty-five days post port placement via the right internal jugular vein, the patient allegedly experienced infection from the port.It was further reported that the patient allegedly developed septic embolism.Reportedly, the port was removed.The current status of the patient is unknown.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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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.Medical records were not provided.Therefore, the investigation is inconclusive for the reported adverse event as no objective evidence was provided for review.Furthermore, the clinical conditions alleged in the complaint cannot be confirmed.The definitive root cause could not be determined based upon available information.Labeling review: as the reported event did not allege a labeling or use related issue, a labeling review is not required.(medical device catalogue number) 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.
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Event Description
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It was reported that ten months and twenty-five days post port placement via the right internal jugular vein, the patient allegedly experienced infection from the port.It was further reported that the patient allegedly developed septic embolism.Reportedly, the port was removed.The current status of the patient is unknown.
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Event Description
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It was reported through the litigation process that ten months and twenty-five days post port placement via the right internal jugular vein, the patient allegedly experienced infection from the port.It was further reported that the patient allegedly developed a blood clot and was diagnosed with septic embolism.Reportedly, the port was removed.The current status of the patient was unknown.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H10: manufacturing review: a manufacturing review was not required as this is the only complaint reported to date for this product and lot.Investigation summary: the device was not returned for evaluation.Medical records were provided and reviewed.Approximately ten months and twenty-five days post port placement, the patient had an infected mediport.Around six days later, surgery was consulted for removal of infected mediport and placement of groshong catheter was completed.Around six months later, unfortunately left-sided groshong line also had to be removed for concerns regarding infection.Therefore, the investigation is inconclusive for the reported adverse event as no objective evidence was provided to conform any alleged deficiency to the port.Furthermore, the clinical conditions alleged in the complaint cannot be confirmed.Based upon available information, the definitive root cause is unknown.Labeling review: as the reported event did not allege a labeling or use related issue, a labeling review is not required.H10: b5, d4 (expiry date: 08/2022).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.
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