| Model Number |
MA50BM |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Break (1069); Failure to Deliver (2338)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Insufficient Information (4580)
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| Date of Event |
11/03/2025
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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A sample device was not returned for analysis.Complaint history and product history records were reviewed and documentation indicated the product met release criteria.Root cause has not been identified.The manufacturer internal reference number is: (b)(4).H.10 reflects all related report numbers associated with this product event that have been submitted at this time.
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Event or Problem Description
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A pharmacist reported that during an intraocular lens (iol) implant procedure, the surgeon made several injection attempts.However, the implant became stuck inside the cartridge, and one of the haptics broke.The procedure was completed with same model and diopter company lens.Additional information has been requested, received and stated the issue occurred during the progression of implant in the cartridge.Lens/injector touched the patient's eye.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information provided in d.9., h.3., h.6.And h.11.The lens was returned in the lens case.Viscoelastic was observed dried on both sides of the lens.One haptic was broken with a portion retained in the haptic insertion area, broken portion not returned.The other haptic was bent-gusset area.The lens was cleaned with klrp for further evaluation.The optic had two narrow scratch/gouges on the anterior surface near the edges.Multiple, lighter, scratches/scuffs were observed on the posterior and anterior surface of the optic.It was indicated the lens was loaded multiple times.A device history record review and a non-conformance review of the reported lot number was conducted.The deviation review did not reveal any potential contributing factors to the reported complaint and all corresponding production release specifications defined in the device master record were met.A qualified cartridge was indicated with a non-qualified viscoelastic.The handpiece model was not provided.It is unknown a qualified handpiece was used.The root cause for the reported issues may be related to a failure to follow the instructions for use (ifu).A non-qualified viscoelastic was indicated.It is unknown a qualified handpiece was used.The lens was not returned in the reported ¿stuck in the cartridge¿.The lens was returned in the lens case.The broken haptic was observed.Two narrow gouges were observed on the anterior surface.Scratches were observed on both surfaces.This damage was similar in appearance to damage caused by loading forceps.It was indicated that that the lens was loaded multiple times.The ifu instructs: company foldable iols are qualified for use with a company qualified delivery system (handpiece and cartridge) and ophthalmic viscosurgical device (ovd) combination.The ifu instructs that a company qualified delivery system and viscoelastic combination should be used.The use of an unqualified combination may cause damage to the lens and potential complications during the implantation process.The ifu instructs to completely fill the cartridge with ovd immediately prior to loading and delivery of the lens.Do not attempt to load the lens without adequate ovd in the device.Not adequately filling the device with viscoelastic will result in inadequate coverage of lens and the lens fold path with ovd, which may result in damage.The ifu instructs: use holding forceps to grasp the lens by the optic edge and gently place the lens anterior side up into the back of the ovd-filled cartridge.The lens should be inserted until it is centered with or slightly past the outline etched into the top of the cartridge.The trailing haptic will extend from the proximal end of the cartridge.Position the trailing haptic to the left of the haptic post as shown in the detailed view.This will allow the plunger to go past the haptic during the initial advancement of the plunger into the cartridge.Verify the lens is positioned on the bottom surface of the cartridge.The haptic should be maintained to the left of the post when the lens is loaded correctly.Accurate positioning of the lens will decrease the potential for optic and haptic damage.The manufacturer internal reference number is: (b)(4).H.10 reflects all related report numbers associated with this product event that have been submitted at this time.
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