Model Number PP6-530-0027-US |
Device Problem
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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Patient Problem
Corneal Clouding/Hazing (1878)
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Event Date 08/30/2017 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The explanted inlay was returned to the manufacturer and subjected to visual microscopic inspection and dimensional analysis.The findings revealed that the inlay was received folded and damaged with large sections of the inlay torn off and the presence of several cuts and particles.The edge thickness was measured and found to be within specifications; however, the damaged condition of the inlay precluded measurement of the diameter.The damaged condition of the inlay is suspected as being caused by removal from the eye, excessive handling, and improper storage during transport.The device history record review of the manufacturing lot was performed and there were no discrepancies or unusual findings related to the reported issue.Corneal haze is listed in the device labeling as a known potential risk.(b)(4).
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Event Description
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The subject was enrolled in the (b)(6) clinical trial and underwent implantation of the investigational corneal inlay in the left eye on (b)(6) 2013.At the 48-month exam on (b)(6) 2017, the subject presented with grade 3 central corneal haze and durezol was prescribed.The subject was examined two weeks later and the slit lamp examination showed no improvement in haze; the inlay was explanted on (b)(6) 2017.The corneal haze did not result in a significant decrease in best corrected distance visual acuity.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).
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Event Description
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Patient follow-up was requested, and the following additional information was received.At last examination on (b)(6) 2017, the corneal haze reduced to grade 1, and the bcdva was 20/25 (44 letters).
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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