MAUDE Adverse Event Report: DAVOL INC., SUB. C.R. BARD, INC. MESH COMPOSIX; SURGICAL MESH

Catalog Number 0113240

Device Problems Defective Device (2588); Patient Device Interaction Problem (4001)

Patient Problems Cellulitis (1768); Fistula (1862); Hernia (2240)

Event Date 12/08/2009

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

No conclusions can be made.The patient's attorney alleges adverse patient outcome associated with the hernia mesh used to treat the patient including hernia recurrence, infection, fistula and subsequent surgical intervention for mesh removal.The instructions-for-use (ifu) supplied with the device lists fistula, adhesions and recurrence of hernia as possible complications.A review of the manufacturing records was performed and found that the lot was manufactured to specification.In regards to the infection, the warnings section of the ifu states "if an infection develops, treat the infection aggressively.The prosthesis may not have to be removed.An unresolved infection, however, may require removal of the prosthesis." should additional information be provided, a supplemental emdr will be submitted.Not returned.

Event Description

Attorney alleges that on (b)(6) 2007, the patient underwent incisional hernia repair surgery and was implanted with a bard/davol composix mesh.It is alleged that he patient suffered the development of abdominal pain, enterocutaneous fistula, evidence of post surgical change within the hernia sac related to prior mesh repair, at least two skin defects within the anterior abdominal wall overlaying the large ventral hernia, increasing distention, recurrent abdominal wall hernia with a draining sinus and an underlying mesh infection, mild cellulitis surrounding the skin openings.It is also alleged that on or about (b)(6) 2009, the patient underwent a revision surgery for laparotomy, resection of enterocutaneous fistula with a small bowel resection, removal of the foreign body, hernia mesh device, lysis of adhesions, repair of massive ventral hernia and bilateral rectus advancement flaps.It is alleged that the patient has suffered injuries, losses and damages resulting from numerous defects in the product that create an unreasonably high risk of injury with severe permanent adverse health consequences.Attorney alleges that the patient experienced severe pain and suffering, including chronic pain.It is also alleged the patient was treated with a course of hospitalization, diagnostic imaging, revision surgery, serum testing, antibiotics, analgesics and rest.Attorney alleges that the patient will require further invasive repair surgery, physiotherapy, rehabilitation and will continue to require other forms of medical care.It is also alleged that the device was defective.

• Brand Name: MESH COMPOSIX
• Type of Device: SURGICAL MESH
• Manufacturer (Section D): DAVOL INC., SUB. C.R. BARD, INC.; 100 crossings blvd.; warwick RI 02886
• Manufacturer (Section G): BARD SHANNON LIMITED 3005636544; san geronimo industrial park; lot #1, road #3, km 79.7; humacao PR 00791
• Manufacturer Contact: andrew topoulos ; 100 crossings blvd.; warwick, RI 02886 ; 4018258495
• MDR Report Key: 12322184
• MDR Text Key: 266588890
• Report Number: 1213643-2021-06867
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: FTL
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CA
• PMA/PMN Number: K971745
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: consumer,other
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 08/14/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 08/14/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 02/28/2010
• Device Catalogue Number: 0113240
• Device Lot Number: 43CPD257
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 07/22/2021
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/09/2005
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Hospitalization; Required Intervention; Disability
• Patient Age: 41 YR