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The device was not available; therefore, product testing on the actual device could not be performed.The device history record review of the manufacturing lot was performed and there were non-conformities found to be related to the reported event.A review of the device labeling was completed.Iritis is identified in the labeling as a known inherent risk of trabecular micro-bypass stent procedure.The ifu adequately provides instructions for stent implantation, precautions, and warnings for the proper use and handling of the device.An adverse event appears to have occurred, but does not appear to have been a problem with the device or the way it was used.Iritis is an established risk associated with use of the device, which is clearly specified in the product's labeling.Based on the information received, the root cause of the reported event could not be conclusively identified.Mfr# reference: (b)(4).Please reference mfr report# 2032546-2017-00068 for the initial reported occurence.
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A clinical follow-up was received with the following additional information.Reportedly, the patient presented approximately two (2) years and four (4) months post-op with intraocular inflammation (iritis) remaining or arising after completion of the protocol¿s specified medication regimen.The inflammation was characterized as moderate (possibly related to the study treatment) and was treated with medication.The patient¿s most recent prognosis was reported as ¿recovered¿.The surgeon doubts the iritis was caused by the stent, but could not be completely rule it out.This report reference mfr# reference: (b)(4).Please reference mfr# reference (b)(4) the initial reported occurence.
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