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Device evaluation summary: the product was returned to mentor for evaluation.Mentor then conducted a visual inspection, leak test, and microscopic examination of the returned device.During the visual evaluation, no apparent damage or visual anomalies were observed on the spec smooth rnd, 475cc returned device.Leak testing was performed, in accordance with mentor procedures, and a tear was observed on the posterior aspect measuring approximately less than 0.1 cm.Microscopic examination was performed on the edges of the rupture, and parallel striations were found in the whole area of the tear.Parallel striations are consistent with markings made by a sharp object perforating the implant shell.It should be noted that product failure is multifactorial.Based on the information currently available, microscopic examination of the returned product indicates that the implant could have being damaged during or subsequent to implantation.The product insert data sheet cautions to not allow cautery devices or sharp instruments, such as scalpels, suture needles, hypodermic needles, hemostats, adson forceps or scissors to contact the device during the implantation or other surgical procedures.As part of mentor¿s quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.A manufacturing record evaluation (mre) was performed, and no anomalies were found related to this complaint.In addition, the mre verifies that the device was manufactured in accordance with documented specification and procedures.Reason for device explant and/or reoperation: deflation.Manufacturer's reference number: (b)(4).
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It was reported that a (b)(6) year-old caucasian female underwent primary breast augmentation with 475cc saline mentor smooth round spectrum breast implants and experienced bilateral deflation postoperatively.As a result, the patient underwent bilateral device removal and replacement with 550cc mentor memorygel breast implants, catalog number 3505504bc, serial numbers (b)(4) on the left side and (b)(4) on the right side on (b)(6) 2021.
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