| Model Number |
72404232 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Inflation Problem (1310); Mechanical Problem (1384)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
04/28/2026
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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 the patient with this inflatable penile prosthesis (ipp) experienced that the erection did not remain stiff during sexual intercourse, although the device remained rigid when not used for intercourse.Pump difficulty was reported; however, the cylinders were able to inflate.A surgical procedure was performed in which the pump was explanted and replaced.There were no patient complications reported.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device is not available for analysis; therefore, no physical analysis of the product could be performed.The reported device performance allegation cannot be confirmed.Based on the information available, a conclusion code of cause not established was assigned to this investigation.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Upon receipt at our quality assurance laboratory, the returned components underwent a thorough analysis.The pump was subjected to microscopic inspection, leak testing, and functional testing.All three tests were successfully completed and passed.No damage, abnormalities, or functional issues were identified.The device history record (dhr) review confirmed that the device met all material, assembly and performance specifications.A review of the device instructions for use (ifu) was completed and did not reveal any evidence of device misuse, off label use, or failure to follow instructions.A risk review was completed and confirmed that the event of mechanical malfunction (leaks, incomplete inflation/ deflation, kinking) was defined in the product risk documentation.This event type has been accounted for during analysis to support acceptable risk benefit for the product.Based on the information available and analysis results, the reported clinical observations of device inflation issue and pump mechanical issue could not be confirmed, as they were not substantiated during functional testing.Therefore, a conclusion code of no problem detected was assigned to this investigation.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the patient with this inflatable penile prosthesis (ipp) experienced that the erection did not remain stiff during sexual intercourse, although the device remained rigid when not used for intercourse.Pump difficulty was reported; however, the cylinders were able to inflate.A surgical procedure was performed in which the pump was explanted and replaced.There were no patient complications reported.
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