Model Number PCB00 |
Device Problems
Difficult or Delayed Positioning (1157); Difficult to Insert (1316)
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Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Event Date 11/23/2015 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Explant date: not applicable; lens remains implanted at the time of submitting.(b)(6).All pertinent information available to abbott medical optics has been submitted.Placeholder.
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Event Description
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It was reported that during implantation of the intraocular lens, the trailing haptic was stuck between the cartridge tip and pushrod.The surgeon released the haptic by using forceps.The haptic was unbroken and the lens was centered normally.The surgeon noticed a small print in the intraocular lens possibly from the pushrod tip, but there was no need to be explanted or any other action or further action related to patient and no visual problems or any other adverse effect to the patient.No further information was provided.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The pcb00 unit was returned to the manufacturer for evaluation.The device was visually inspected under the microscope at 10x magnification.Scarce ovd (ophthalmic viscoelastic) residues were observed inside the cartridge.The plunger was observed loaded as required and engaged.The cartridge was observed in the correct position (fully engaged into lower body of the pcb00 device).No damages were observed.The lens remains implanted; therefore, the claim reported could not be verified.Manufacturing records were reviewed and the pcb00 units were manufactured according to specification.A search on complaints revealed no other complaints were received for this order number to date.He directions for use (dfu) was reviewed.The dfu and the precaution sections adequately provide instructions and precautions for the proper use and handling of the product.All pertinent information available to abbott medical optics has been submitted.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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