MAUDE Adverse Event Report: BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC. MERIDIAN FILTER SYSTEM - JUGULAR; VENA CAVA FILTER

Catalog Number MD800J

Device Problem Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)

Patient Problems Pulmonary Embolism (1498); Thrombosis/Thrombus (4440)

Event Date 04/07/2017

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

Manufacturing review: a lot history review was performed.This is the only complaint to date for this lot number.Therefore, a device history record review is not required.Investigation summary: the device was not returned for evaluation.Medical records were provided and reviewed.Approximately, three years and three months of post deployment, a computed tomography of chest, abdomen and pelvis was performed for respiratory distress.The study showed that positive for pulmonary embolism within the segmental and sub segmental pulmonary arteries of the left lower lobe.Thrombus was noted within the inferior vena cava, above the level of filter, likely source of pulmonary embolism.Around, nine months later, a computed tomography of chest, abdomen and pelvis was performed for mid back pain.The study showed that inferior vena cava filter was noted.There were no device deficiencies identified within the medical records.Therefore, the investigation is inconclusive as no objective evidence has been provided to confirm any alleged deficiency with the filter.Additionally, it can be confirmed that the patient experienced pe (pulmonary embolism) and thrombus above the filter post deployment.However, the relationship to the filter is unknown.Based on the available information, the definitive root cause is unknown.Labeling review: a review of product labeling documents (e.G.Procedural instructions, indications, warnings, precautions, cautions, possible complications, contraindications, and unit label) showed that the product labeling is adequate.(expiry date: 08/2014).

Event Description

It was reported through the litigation process that a vena cava filter was placed in a patient after being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis/pulmonary embolism.The device has not been removed and there were no reported attempts made to retrieve the filter.The patient was diagnosed with thrombus above the filter, however; the current status of the patient is unknown.

• Brand Name: MERIDIAN FILTER SYSTEM - JUGULAR
• Type of Device: VENA CAVA FILTER
• Manufacturer (Section D): BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC.; 1625 w 3rd st.; tempe AZ 85281
• Manufacturer (Section G): C.R. BARD, INC. (GFO); 289 bay road; queensbury NY 12804
• Manufacturer Contact: judith ludwig ; 1415 w. 3rd street; tempe, AZ 85281 ; 4803032689
• MDR Report Key: 12671275
• MDR Text Key: 277605857
• Report Number: 2020394-2021-80785
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: DTK
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K102511
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: consumer,health professional
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date: 10/21/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 10/21/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: MD800J
• Device Lot Number: GFXG3059
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 09/24/2021
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• 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
• Treatment: HYDROCODONE, CYCLOBENZAPRINE AND FERROUS SULFATE; LASIX, KEPPRA, LISINOPRIL, PREDNISONE AND LYRICA
• Patient Outcome(s): Life Threatening; Other
• Patient Age: 46 YR
• Patient Weight: 139