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The sample was not returned.The finished product met all specifications prior to being released for general distribution.The instructions for use which accompanies all devices currently addresses potential risks associated with surgically implanted materials.The instructions for use states in the adverse events: adverse events: complications associated with the proper implantation of the align® to urethral support system may include, but are not limited to: postoperative hematoma, seroma, abscess or fistula formation, or scarring which may occur following the implant procedure.Urinary retention, bladder outlet obstruction and other voiding dysfunctions.These conditions may be associated with over-correction/too much tension placed on the implant.Perforations or lacerations of vessels, nerves, bladder, bowel, urethra, or any viscera, which may occur during the implantation procedure.Irritation at the operative wound site which may elicit a foreign body response that leads to wound dehiscence, inflammation and/or infection.Extrusion through vaginal epithelium or erosion into surrounding viscera and/or mucosa.Inflammation, sensitization, pain, dyspareunia, scarification, contraction, device migration and failure of the procedure resulting in recurrence of incontinence.(b)(4).
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The patient's attorney alleged a deficiency against the device.Per additional information received, the patient has experienced left hip pain, weakness of the leg, dizziness, weakness, lightheadedness, urinary tract infection, menopausal and postmenopausal disorder, malaise, fatigue, major depressive disorder, insomnia, painful urination, frequency, urgency, fever, abdominal pain (pelvic pain), headache, vagina atrophic, female stress incontinence, urge incontinence of urine, urinary leakage, weight loss/gain, hives, flu, chest pain, pain as arthritis, depression, sleeping issues, acute cystitis, urinary incontinence, intrinsic sphincter deficiency, blood in the urine, adnexal tenderness, vaginitis and vulvovaginitis.The patient required additional surgical and non-surgical interventions.
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