| Model Number |
72404280 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Mechanical Problem (1384)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
10/28/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported the pump of this inflatable penile prothesis was tested by the physician and found to lock during activation and deactivation.A revision procedure was scheduled as the device is not usable.No patient complications were reported.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported the pump of this inflatable penile prothesis was tested by the physician and found to lock during activation and deactivation.The patient underwent a surgical procedure in which the device was explanted.Boston scientific has been unable to obtain additional information regarding the patient outcome to date, despite good faith efforts.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Upon receipt at our quality assurance laboratory, this product was thoroughly analyzed.Visual examination identified that one of the cylinders had a hole at the distal end and at the front tip, as well as leaks; the holes and leaks were consistent with sharp instrument.The other cylinder also had a hole at the middle, with broken fabric threads and a leak, also consistent with sharp instrument damage.Based on the information available, the most probable cause of the reported allegation cannot be established.
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