Model Number 3058 |
Device Problem
Migration or Expulsion of Device (1395)
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Patient Problems
Abscess (1690); Bacterial Infection (1735); Erythema (1840); Skin Erosion (2075); Urinary Tract Infection (2120); Discomfort (2330)
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Event Date 06/05/2018 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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Event Description
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Information was received from a healthcare professional (hcp) regarding a patient in a clinical study with an implantable neurostimulator (ins) for gastrointestinal/pelvic floor issues.It was reported that the patient was prescribed antibiotics by their pcp approximately two weeks ago for a uti and the patient thought the device had moved; there was discomfort at the generator site about 3 weeks ago and their skin had eroded over the distal aspect of the generator, with some erythema but no purulence or discharge, and the area was tender.The clinical diagnosis was a gluteal abscess.It was noted that the event resulted in an unscheduled clinic or office visit and was related to the device or therapy and not related to the implant procedure.Diagnostics performed included laboratory testing which found aerobic bacteria, and an examination.Interventions taken included explanted and replacing the entire system, administering keflex 500mg tid x10 days, and wound care treatment.The outcome of the event was noted to be ongoing.No further complications were reported/anticipated.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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Event Description
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Additional information was received from a healthcare professional (hcp) via a manufacturer representative.It was reported the patient¿s history of utis prior and since implant of the implantable neurostimulator (ins) was unknown; however, it was noted that the reported uti was related to the patient¿s underlying urinary dysfunction and the cause was unknown, but it was not related to the device/therapy.No further complications were reported/anticipated.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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If information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be issued.
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Event Description
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Additional information was received from a healthcare professional (hcp).It was reported that the event was resolved without sequelae as of (b)(6) 2018.No further complications were reported/anticipated.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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