| Model Number |
29MECJ-502 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Perivalvular Leak (1457)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
High Blood Pressure/ Hypertension (1908)
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| Date of Event |
10/13/2022
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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 on (b)(6) 2022 a 29mm sjm masters series valve expanded cuff was implanted successfully.On an unknown date, the patient developed a severe paravalvular leak.It was noted that during the same time the patient had jaundice, unrelated to the paravalvular leak, that resolved after treatment.The valve was explanted (b)(6) 2022 and replaced with a new 29mm sjm masters series valve expanded cuff.It was noted that the patient experienced pulmonary hypertension during surgery.The patient is reported to be stable.No additional information was reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Investigation is not yet complete.A follow-up report will be submitted with all additional relevant information.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Explant due to perivalvular leak was reported.The investigation found that both leaflets were intact and opened and closed completely without difficulty.No material was seen within the pivot recesses or on the surfaces of the mechanical leaflets.The sewing cuff was intact.There was a patchy fibrous pannus formation on the sewing cuff which did not appear to impinge upon the mechanical components.No inflammation.Sections of material removed from the sewing cuff consisted of fibrous tissue consistent with pannus.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 conclusively be determined.H1: report type corrected to serious injury.
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