| Model Number |
85915ST |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Capsular Bag Tear (2639)
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| Date of Event |
08/29/2023
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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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The user facility in the united kingdom reports that a split was identified in the tip of the ia handpiece following a cataract procedure that resulted in a posterior capsular rupture.Patient received an anterior vitrectomy.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The product and particulate were discarded by the user and are unavailable for evaluation.The lot number was not recorded and not available therefore a lot history can not be provided.The investigation is ongoing.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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A sketch provided by the customer illustrating the damage to the silicone sleeve shows it occurred in an area that sometimes breaks when the needle is rubbing off the inner side of the sleeve.Due to the lack of sample or pictures, the issue that might have led to the incident could not verified and therefore, the root cause of the complaint could not be determined.The trend analysis, risk analysis and/or directions for use review were considered acceptable, with the product performing within anticipated rates.No corrective action required.
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