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Suspect device received on october 28, 2022.Device evaluation completed on november 1, 2022: the product was returned to mentor for evaluation.Mentor conducted a visual inspection and leak testing of the returned device.During visual evaluation, no apparent damage or visual anomalies were observed on the smooth mod high xtra 580cc returned device.Leak testing was performed, according to the mentor procedure, and it revealed a tear on the anterior view, measuring approximately less than 0.1 cm.As the authorization form for examination was not received the product evaluation lab couldn't identify a conclusion due to the specific nature of this rupture.The evaluation was limited to non-destructive testing.A manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished device lot number, and no non-conformances related to the issue reported were identified.Although no conclusion could be reached on the cause of the reported event, the instructions for use contain the following caution: rupture can occur at any time after implantation but is more likely to occur the longer the implant is implanted.The following may cause the implant to rupture: stressing the implant during implantation and weakening it; folding or wrinkling of the implant shell; excessive force to the chest (e.G.During closed capsulotomy); trauma; compression during mammographic imaging; and severe capsular contracture.Breast implants may also simply wear out over time.As part of mentor¿s quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released to approved specifications.Reason for device explant and/or reoperation: silent rupture.Mentor is submitting this report pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which mentor has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by fda, mentor, or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, mentor, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If certain information is unknown, not available or does not apply, the section/field of the form is left blank.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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It was reported that a 50-year-old caucasian female patient who underwent a breast reconstruction primary with a mentor memorygel xtra, 580cc silicone breast implant experienced right-sided silent rupture postoperatively.As a result, patient underwent unilateral replacement with cat#: smhx-580, sn#: (b)(4) on (b)(6) 2022.
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