Model Number CI-1400-02H |
Device Problems
Mechanical Problem (1384); Structural Problem (2506)
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Patient Problem
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Event Date 01/07/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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The recipient is reportedly experiencing open electrodes.Programming adjustments were made, however, the issue did not resolve.Revision surgery will be scheduled.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The recipient's device was reportedly explanted.The recipient was reimplanted with another advanced bionics cochlear device.Disclaimer: advanced bionics does not intend that this report be any admission of liability, fault or product defect.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Advanced bionics considers the investigation into this reportable event as closed.The external visual inspection revealed the electrode was severed prior to receipt.This is believed to have occurred during revision surgery.The photographic imaging inspection revealed broken electrode wires.System lock was verified.The electrode condition prevented an electrical test from being performed.The device passed the electrical and mechanical tests performed.The photographic imaging inspection revealed broken wires in the fantail region.It is believed that these breaks caused the elevated impedances reported.A corrective action was implemented.This is the final report.Disclaimer: advanced bionics does not intend that this report be any admission of liability, fault or product defect.
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