MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ETHICON INC. GYNECARE PROLIFT PELVIC FLOOR REPAIR SYSTEM; MESH, SURGICAL, SYNTHETIC, UROGYNECOLOGIC

Device Problem Other (for use when an appropriate device code cannot be identified) (2203)

Patient Problems Incontinence (1928); Unspecified Infection (1930); Pain (1994); Other (for use when an appropriate patient code cannot be identified) (2200); Treatment with medication(s) (2571)

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported by the patient that a gynecological procedure was performed in 2009 and mesh was implanted.Post-procedure, the patient has experienced severe continual pain in the lower back, stomach and down both legs.She has repeated urinary tract infections treated with antibiotics and reports increased incontinence.Her sleep has been affected due to pain and frequent urination.Additional information was not provided.

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4).Conclusion: no conclusion can be drawn at this time.Should additional information be obtained, a supplemental 3500a form will be submitted accordingly.

• Brand Name: GYNECARE PROLIFT PELVIC FLOOR REPAIR SYSTEM
• Type of Device: MESH, SURGICAL, SYNTHETIC, UROGYNECOLOGIC
• Manufacturer (Section D): ETHICON INC.; p.o. box 151, route 22 west; somerville NJ 08876 015
• Manufacturer (Section G): ETHICON SARL-NEUCHATEL; puits-godet 20 2000 neuchatel; neuchatel ; SZ
• Manufacturer Contact: guillermo villa ; route 22 west po box 151; somerville, NJ 08876 ; 9082180707
• MDR Report Key: 4570560
• MDR Text Key: 16854857
• Report Number: 2210968-2015-02496
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: OTP
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K013718
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,Consumer,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 02/11/2015

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?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 02/10/2015
• Initial Date FDA Received: 03/04/2015
• 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): Required Intervention