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It was reported that a 38-year-old hispanic female patient underwent primary breast augmentation with 240cc mentor memorygel xtra breast implant on the left side and with 150cc mentor memorygel xtra breast implant on the right side and experienced capsular contracture; baker grade iii on her left side postoperatively; diagnosed after physical exam.The patient has consulted with the healthcare professional.On (b)(6) 2026, mentor became aware that the patient suffered bilateral capsular contracture; baker grade iii.As a result, the devices were explanted on (b)(6) 2026.This medwatch report is for the patient¿s right-sided device.
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Device evaluation summary: mentor conducted a visual inspection of the returned device.During visual evaluation, no apparent damage or visual anomalies were observed on the returned device.Regarding the reported capsular contracture condition, there are not enough details to determine the factors that may have caused this condition.Capsular contracture in the patient¿s breast might be the result of the body¿s individual physiological response to the implantation of a foreign object in soft tissue.Further, capsular contracture is a known complication associated with these devices and is referenced in our current product insert data sheet.As part of mentor's quality process, all devices are manufactured, inspected, and released according to approved specifications.Based on the results of this investigation, it was determined that the product met the manufacturing release criteria: since no malfunction was observed during the investigation.No corrective and preventive action (capa) is required now.Additional complaint information monitoring for potential safety signals is conducted through complaint trending as part of post-market surveillance.Reason for device explant and/or reoperation: right capsular contracture; baker grade iii.Mentor is submitting this report pursuant to the provisions of 21 cfr, part 803.This report may be based on information which mentor has not been able to investigate or verify prior to the required reporting date.This report does not reflect a conclusion by fda, mentor, or its employees that the report constitutes an admission that the device, mentor, or its employees caused or contributed to the potential event described in this report.If certain information is unknown, not available or does not apply, the section/field of the form is left blank.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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