The device was not returned for analysis.A review of the lot history record revealed no manufacturing nonconformities issued to the reported lot that would have contributed to the reported event.Based on the available information, the reported perforation to the aorta appears to be related to procedural conditions.Additionally, the reported patient effect of perforation is listed in the mitraclip system instructions for use (ifu), and is a known possible complication associated with mitraclip procedures.There is no indication of a product quality issue with respect to manufacture, design or labeling.
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This is filed to report the damage to the aorta requiring surgery.It was reported that this was a mitraclip procedure to treat degenerative mitral regurgitation (mr) with a grade of 4.During advancement of the steerable guide catheter (sgc), the aorta was punctured.Surgery was performed to treat the damage.One clip was implanted, reducing mr to 1-2.There was a clinically significant delay in the procedure due to the issue.No additional information was provided.
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