MAUDE Adverse Event Report: COOK INC GUNTHER TULIP FEMORAL VENA CAVA FILTER SET; DTK FILTER, INTRAVASCULAR, CARDIOVASCULAR

Model Number G33016

Device Problems Inadequate Filtration Process (2308); Structural Problem (2506); Unintended Movement (3026)

Patient Problems Pulmonary Embolism (1498); Perforation of Vessels (2135); Anxiety (2328)

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

The previous mdr was submitted by (former manufacturer) under manufacturer report reference number 3002808486-2020-00651.Additional information provided determined that this device was manufactured by cook inc (cinc).With the submission of this initial report, cinc informs that all future submissions regarding this complaint will be handled under manufacturer report number referenced in this initial medwatch report.Blank fields on this form indicate the information is unknown or unavailable.(b)(6).Investigation: the following allegations have been investigated: pulmonary embolism (pe), vena cava (vc) perforation, migration, tilt, limited physical activity, anxiety, worry.Investigation is reopened due to additional information provided.The reported allegations have been further investigated based on the information provided to date.New pe as a reported complication, is a known risk in relation to filter implant and is well documented in the clinical literature and in clinical practice guidelines.This is supported by the clinical evidence report established to assess available clinical data to identify and evaluate the clinical safety and performance of the cook vena cava filters.Potential adverse events that may occur include, but are not limited to, the following: pulmonary embolism.Filter interacts with ivc wall, e.G.Penetration/perforation/embedment.This may be either symptomatic or asymptomatic.Potential causes may include improper deployment; and (or) excessive force or manipulations near an in-situ filter (e.G., a surgical or endovascular procedure in the vicinity of a filter).Potential adverse events that may occur include, but are not limited to, the following: trauma to adjacent structures, vascular trauma, vena cava perforation, vena cava penetration.Filter or filter fragment migration and (or) embolization (e.G., movement to the heart or lungs) has been reported.Filter or filter fragment movement has occurred in both the cranial and caudal direction and may be either symptomatic or asymptomatic.Potential causes may include filter placement in ivcs with diameters smaller or larger than those specified in these instructions for use; improper deployment; deployment into thrombus; dislodgement due to large thrombus burdens; and (or) excessive force or manipulations near an in situ filter (e.G., a surgical or endovascular procedure in the vicinity of a filter).Potential adverse events that may occur include, but are not limited to, the following: filter migration, trauma to adjacent structures.Filter tilt has been reported.Potential causes may include filter placement in ivcs with diameters larger than those specified in these instructions for use; improper deployment; manipulations near an implanted filter (e.G., a surgical or endovascular procedure in the vicinity of a filter); and (or) a failed retrieval attempt.Excessive filter tilt may contribute to difficult or failed retrieval; vena cava wall penetration/perforation; and (or) result in loss of filter efficiency.Potential adverse events that may occur include, but are not limited to, the following: unacceptable filter tilt.Unknown if the reported limited physical activity , anxiety, and worry is directly related to the filter and unable to identify a corresponding failure mode at this point in time.A total of 20 devices were manufactured in the reported lot.To date, no other complaints have been reported against the lot.The associated work order was reviewed.No related/relevant notes were documented.The device is manufactured and inspected according to current controls.No evidence to suggest that this device was not manufactured according to specifications and nothing indicates that the filter did not perform as intended, e.G.Intended for the prevention of recurrent pulmonary embolism (pe) via placement in the vena cava.This report includes information known at this time.A follow up report will be submitted should additional information become available.

Event Description

Patient allegedly received an implant on (b)(6) 2016 via the due to left lower extremity deep vein thrombosis (dvt) and pulmonary embolism (pe).Patient is alleging device migration and vena cava perforation.Patient notes and further alleges experiencing "i live with the anxiety of having a filter that could fail further at any time, but that cannot be retrieved without a serious surgery.I am worried because my filter has migrated within my vena cava and perforated outside of it", and physical limitations.Per a (b)(6) 2018 computed tomography: "ivc penetration: yes.Grade 2 perforation of the 3 o'clock strut 0.40 cm to approach the aorta.Grade 1 penetration of the remainder of the legs.Tilt: less than 5 degree sagittal and coronal tilt.The apex of filter touches posterior wall of ivc.Migration: yes.Apex of filter is at level of left renal vein confluence.Pertinent negatives: no ivc stenosis or thrombosis seen.No definite missing or fractured struts".

• Brand Name: GUNTHER TULIP FEMORAL VENA CAVA FILTER SET
• Type of Device: DTK FILTER, INTRAVASCULAR, CARDIOVASCULAR
• Manufacturer (Section D): COOK INC; 750 daniels way; bloomington IN 47404
• Manufacturer (Section G): COOK INC; 750 daniels way; bloomington IN 47404
• Manufacturer Contact: larry pool ; 750 daniels way; bloomington, IN 47404 ; 8123392235
• MDR Report Key: 10335952
• MDR Text Key: 201909836
• Report Number: 1820334-2020-01374
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: DTK
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10827002330167
• UDI-Public: (01)10827002330167(17)180301(10)5722090
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K043509
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: consumer
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 07/28/2020

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 07/28/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 03/01/2018
• Device Model Number: G33016
• Device Catalogue Number: IGTCFS-65-FEM
• Device Lot Number: 5722090
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 07/14/2020
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/17/2015
• 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
• Patient Outcome(s): Life Threatening
• Patient Weight: 129