| Model Number |
PM1160 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Wound Dehiscence (1154); Unspecified Infection (1930)
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| Date of Event |
10/28/2025
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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 to the clinic for a follow up with infection and wound dehiscence at the device pocket.The infection was not related to abbotts' devices.The pacemaker and the right ventricular lead were explanted due to infection.A new pacemaker system was implanted on the other side.The patient was stable throughout the procedure.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The sterilization records were reviewed and no evidence of abnormal sterilization cycle was found.The results of the investigation are inconclusive since the device was not returned for analysis.Based on the information received, the cause of the reported incident could not be conclusively determined.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the patient presented to the clinic for a follow up with infection at the device pocket.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Correction: wound dehiscence should not have been reported as there was no wound dehiscence noted.
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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 inspection 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 product was returned and visual inspection was normal.Interrogation of the device revealed it was above elective replacement indicator (eri) when received.The cause of infection could not be traced to the device.
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