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It was reported that a three-piece non-preloaded monofocal intraocular lens (iol) was opened on the back table and the haptics were observed to be bent/kinked prior to use.A backup iol of the same model was used; however, it was implanted and subsequently removed due to positioning in the eye.The doctor then decided to perform a vitrectomy.The procedure was successfully completed using another iol of the same model.An emerald cartridge was used.No patient harm was reported.The ophthalmic viscosurgical device (ovd) and balanced salt solution (bss) used were unknown.However, it was reported that the iol was allowed to rest in the cartridge for a period of time before being handed to the doctor.No further information was provided.
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Section d6a: if implanted, give date: not applicable, as lens was inserted and then removed in the same procedure.Section d6b: if explanted, give date: not applicable, as lens was inserted and then removed in the same procedure.Section h3: the device was not returned for evaluation; therefore, a failure analysis of the complaint device cannot be completed.A review of records including device history and complaint trending will be performed.Upon completion of the review, if there is any further relevant information a supplemental medwatch will be filed.Attempts were made to obtain the missing information; however, no additional information has been received.All pertinent information available to johnson & johnson surgical vision, inc.Has been submitted.
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