| Model Number |
9-ACP2-010-025 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Patient-Device Incompatibility (2682); Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Perforation (2001); Insufficient Information (4580)
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| Date of Event |
03/05/2026
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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) 2026, a 25mm amplatzer amulet was chosen for implant using a 14f amulet torqvue delivery sheath.After the procedure, patient became unstable in recovery requiring surgical intervention.No additional information provided.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device is not returning for evaluation.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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An event of pulmonary artery injury that led to the need for surgical intervention was reported post amulet procedure.Information from field indicated that there was no difficulty implanting the device.The amulet device remains implanted and was not returned to abbott for analysis.Images (ice images) provided by the filed were reviewed at abbott, there was no indication of any pericardial effusion noted.The device appeared to be up on the pulmonary vein ridge.Based on the information available, it is difficult to determine with certainty the cause of the reported pulmonary artery injury, including whether the amulet device contributed to the event.The surgical intervention was performed to treat perforation.The device history record was reviewed to ensure that each manufacturing and inspection operation was performed, and the product met all specifications.There were no complaints associated with any other devices from the lot.There is no indication of a product quality issue with respect to labeling, design, or manufacturing of the device.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that on (b)(6)2026 , a 25mm amplatzer amulet was chosen for implant using a 14f amulet torqvue delivery sheath.Further clarification indicated that the patient suffered a pulmonary artery injury, which led to the need for surgical intervention.There was no difficulty implanting the devices was reported.No clinical signs or symptoms were reported during or immediately following the event; however, the issue occurred after the procedure.The healthcare professional stated that the patient experienced adverse health consequences and believed the adverse event was caused by the abbott device, specifically identifying the retention wires as the suspected cause.No replacement device was used to complete the procedure.
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