| Model Number |
3545535 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Deformity/ Disfigurement (2360)
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| Date of Event |
08/11/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that a (b)(6) female patient underwent a breast augmentation primary with a mentor memorygel breast implant 535cc and experienced suspected rupture on the left side post-operatively, which was confirmed via mri.As a result, the patient underwent removal and replacement with similar devices on (b)(6) 2021.During explantation, the device was found to be intact.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The mentor failure analysis lab has received the device for evaluation.The analysis has begun but is not complete at this time.When the investigational analysis has been completed, a supplemental report will be submitted.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: suspected rupture.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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On jan 5 2022, the mentor failure analysis lab received the device for evaluation.Device evaluation summary: the product was returned to mentor for evaluation.Mentor conducted a visual inspection of the returned device.During the visual evaluation, no apparent damage or visual anomalies were observed on the siltex uhp 535cc returned device.A second product was received (lot-7406050).No adverse events were reported for this concomitant (contralateral) device, therefore no further analysis is required.As part of mentor¿s quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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