A male pt in (b)(6) received coolsculpting treatment on (b)(6) 2012 on his mid-abdomen centered on the umbilicus with the coolmax applicator (8.0).During a follow-up visit in (b)(6) 2012, the treating office noticed "tissue stiffening" in the treated area.The pt reported that he noticed the lump 3 months post-treatment.In (b)(6) 2012, the pt underwent a ct scan which indicated that the lump of tissue was fat.Zeltiq received photos on (b)(6) 2012 that showed a centralized abdominal bulge that was greater in size than compared with baseline.On (b)(6) 2013, zeltiq received the ct image and had it independently reviewed by a radiologist who agreed that the lump looked like fat.On (b)(6) 2013, zeltiq was notified that the pt had begun accent ultra treatments to treat the condition, making this case reportable.A follow-up report will be made to the agency if and when new information is received about this case.
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