| Model Number |
70914-70 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
No Device Output (1435)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Hyperglycemia (1905); Seizures (2063); Loss of consciousness (2418)
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| Date of Event |
08/01/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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At this time product has not yet been returned.An extended investigation has been performed for the reported complaint and it has been determined that there was no indication that the product did not meet specification.The dhrs (device history review) for the freestyle freedom lite meter were reviewed and the dhrs showed the freestyle freedom lite meter passed all tests prior to release.The dhrs (device history review) for the freestyle strips were reviewed and the dhrs showed the freestyle strips passed all tests prior to release.Retain testing was performed for freestyle strips and all units performed in specification and passed.If the product is returned, a physical investigation will be performed and a follow-up report submitted.The exact date that the incident occurred is unknown.The date entered is based on the customer report of "beginning of (b)(6) 2020".All pertinent information available to abbott diabetes care has been submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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Caller reported on behalf of the customer that he was unable to test due to his adc blood glucose meter turning on with button press but not with test strip insertion.Customer experienced seizure and loss of consciousness.Paramedics was called and upon their arrival, a reading over 500 mg/dl was obtained on an unspecified meter.Customer was treated with insulin and was transported to hospital.Customer was in icu for 2 weeks where he received unspecified treatment and he was at nursing rehab for a month.Customer was prescribed metformin before he was discharged.There was no report of death or permanent injury associated with this event.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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