| Model Number |
5816 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Unspecified Infection (1930); Pocket Erosion (2013)
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| Date of Event |
11/22/2023
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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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It was reported that the patient presented for a follow-up in clinic with pocket erosion.The device was found visible from the opened incision site of the implanted device pocket.The physician explanted and replaced the entire pacemaker system to resolve the issue.The patient was in stable condition throughout the procedure.
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Event or Problem Description
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New information noted that the patient had their entire pacemaker system explanted due to infection and pocket erosion.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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A device history record (dhr) review was performed and all required manufacturing processes and inspections steps were confirmed to be completed per the requirements.The device met specifications prior to leaving abbott manufacturing facilities.Review of the sterilization records confirmed normal sterilization cycles for the products.The cause of infection could not be determined.
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