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Model Number 466P306X |
Device Problem
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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Patient Problem
Device Embedded In Tissue or Plaque (3165)
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Event Date 11/10/2021 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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It was reported that a patient underwent placement of a trapease vena cava filter.The information provided indicated that the filter subsequently malfunctioned and caused embedment.The indication for the filter placement, procedural details and medical history have not been provided and there is no additional information available for review.The product was not returned for analysis and the sterile lot number has not been provided; therefore, no device analysis nor device history record review could be performed.The trapease ivc filter is indicated for use in the prevention of recurrent pulmonary embolism (pe) via percutaneous placement in the vena cava for patients in which anticoagulants are contraindicated, anticoagulant therapy for thromboembolic disease has failed, emergency treatment following massive pe where anticipated benefits of conventional therapy are reduced or for chronic, recurrent pe where anticoagulant therapy has failed, or is contraindicated.The purpose of a vena cava filter is to catch thrombus from the lower extremities as it travels along normal blood flow patterns up towards the heart.Following implant, the predominant concern for embedding with in the wall of the ivc is the development of endothelialization, the healing of the inner surfaces of vessels or grafts by endothelial cells.This is the normal process whereby the body heals and recovers from invasive procedures.Endothelialization has been shown to lead to explant problems after as short a period as 12 days.Trapease ivc filters are indicated for permanent placement.Without imaging available for review the reported event could not be confirmed or further clarified.There is nothing to suggest that the reported event is related to the design and/or manufacturing process of the device; therefore, no corrective action will be taken.Should additional information become available, the file will be updated accordingly.
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Event Description
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As reported by the legal department, the patient underwent placement of the unknown trapease vena cava filter.The filter subsequently malfunctioned and caused injury and damages to the patient including, but not limited to, embedment.As a direct and proximate result, the patient suffered life-threatening injuries and damages and required extensive medical care and treatment.As a further proximate result, the patient has suffered and will continue to suffer significant medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other damages.
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