| Model Number |
25CAVGJ-514 00 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Pericardial Effusion (3271)
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| Date of Event |
11/29/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The results/method and conclusion codes along with investigation results will be provided in a subsequent submission.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported on (b)(6) 2021, a 25mm sjm masters series coated aortic valved graft was implanted.On (b)(6) 2021, substantial post-operative drainage was noted.An echocardiogram was performed multiple times pericardial fluid levels and there was no need for re-exploration or pericardiocentesis.The patient was administrated colchicum and ibuprofen.The patient did not experience any symptoms.It is thought that postpericardiotomy syndrome was the cause of the pericardial effusion.The patient was reported to in stable condition and since has been discharged.(b)(4).
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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An event of pericardial effusion and "post-operative drainage" was reported.A more comprehensive assessment could not be performed as the device remains implanted and was not returned for analysis.The device history record was reviewed to ensure that each manufacturing and inspection operation was performed and the product met all specifications.Based on the information received, the cause of the reported incident could not be conclusively determined.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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