MAUDE Adverse Event Report: APOLLO ENDOSURGERY, INC. LAP-BAND AP LARGE WITH ACCESS PORT I; ADJUSTABLE GASTRIC BAND

Model Number B-2245

Device Problem Device Issue (2379)

Patient Problem No Information (3190)

Event Date 04/15/2016

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

Unknown taper.The reporter of the event was asked to return the product for analysis.To date, apollo has not received the device.If returned, visual examination may determine the taper type associated with this event.Further information has been requested of the initial reporter regarding: clarity of the reported event.To date, no additional information has been received by apollo.Based on the information provided thus far, a review of device labeling reveals: adverse events: it is important to discuss all possible complications and adverse events with your patient.Complications which may result from the use of this product include the risks associated with the medications and methods utilized in the surgical procedure, the risks associated with any surgical procedure and the patient's degree of intolerance to any foreign object implanted in the body.Warnings: patients should be advised that the lap-band system is a long-term implant.Explant (removal) and replacement surgery may be indicated at any time.Medical management of adverse reactions may include explantation.Revision surgery for explantation and replacement may also be indicated to achieve patient satisfaction.The manufacturer of the lap-band ap adjustable gastric banding system has designed, tested and manufactured it to be reasonably fit for its intended use.However, the lap-band ap system is not a lifetime product and it may break or fail, in whole or in part, at any time after implantation and notwithstanding the absence of any defect.Causes of partial or complete failure include, without limitation, expected or unexpected bodily reactions to the presence and position of the implanted device, rare or atypical medical complications, component failure and normal wear and tear.In addition, the lap-band ap system may be easily damaged by improper handling or use.

Event Description

Reported as: a patient with the lap-band system was reported to have a "failed port." device has been explanted.

Manufacturer Narrative

Taper ii.Device evaluation summary: the device was returned to apollo for analysis, and visual examination confirmed the connector type as taper ii.A visual examination was performed on the device, and noted needle marks on the port septum.Brown discoloration was observed on the port septum and port tubing.White particles were observed on the outer surface of the band shell.A port leak test was performed and no leakage was observed.A fill inspection test was performed and no blockage was observed.Under microscopic analysis a surgical end cut was noted on both ends of the band ring, consistent with device removal.A surgical end cut was observed on the band tubing, consistent with device removal.

• Brand Name: LAP-BAND AP LARGE WITH ACCESS PORT I
• Type of Device: ADJUSTABLE GASTRIC BAND
• Manufacturer (Section D): APOLLO ENDOSURGERY, INC.; 1120 s capitol of texas hwy; bldg 1, ste 300; austin TX 78746
• Manufacturer (Section G): ALLERGAN; global park free zone; 900 global park; la aurora de heredia, ; CS
• Manufacturer Contact: laura leboeuf ; 1120 s. captial tx hwy; bldg. 1 suite 300; austin, TX 78746 ; 5122795141
• MDR Report Key: 5917419
• MDR Text Key: 53580281
• Report Number: 3006722112-2016-00262
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LTI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10811955020190
• UDI-Public: 10811955020190
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: P000008
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: health professional
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 08/01/2017

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 02/04/2010
• Device Model Number: B-2245
• Device Catalogue Number: B-2245
• Device Lot Number: 1551694
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 02/21/2017
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 08/03/2016
• Initial Date FDA Received: 08/31/2016
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 08/01/2017
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 08/29/2017
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 02/06/2008
• 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
• Treatment: LIPITOR
• Patient Age: 42 YR
• Patient Weight: 121