(b)(4).Neither the device nor films of applicable imaging studies were returned to the manufacturer for evaluation.Therefore, we are unable to determine the definitive cause of the reported event.Multiple products were implanted during the procedure.Although it is unknown if any of the devices contributed to the reported event, we are filing this mdr for notification purposes.
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It was reported that on: (b)(6) 2004, patient presented with pre-op diagnosis of degenerative disk disease with annular tear , l4-5, with mechanical low back pain.The patient underwent anterior laparoscopic discectomy and fusion , l4-5; anterior interbody fusion with rhbmp-2 , allograft and autograft and prp matrix; implantation of cage fixation ; somatosensory evoked potentials.Per op-notes, ¿.Using the trapezoid cage , appropriate docking port was applied , drilling and then self tapping and a cave prepared.Next , the rhbmp-2 which had been soaked in the gelfoam like sponge for 15 mins was gently incorporated and placed into lt cage.¿ on (b)(6) 2005, the patient presented with residual low back discomfort over the instrumentation.Pre-op diagnosis of the patient was retained pedicle screw instrumentation with pseudoarthrosis.The patient underwent following procedures: removal of pedicle screw fixation ,l4-5; exploration of fusion ; scar revision 2 cm ; ssep- somatosensory evoked potential.Per op-notes, ¿.Locking heads were then removed , and then the rod was securely withdrawn.The screws then had a torque wrench placed and the screws were withdrawn , identified no evidence of any loosening or motion or seromatous fluid.¿.
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