The lens was inserted and removed.All pertinent information available to abbott medical optics has been submitted.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that when an intraocular lens (iol) was injected into the patient's eye, it came out in pieces.Reportedly, the lens tore somehow going through the cartridge, due to a possible issue with the cartridge.Patient contact with the lens was reported.Another lens, same model and diopter, was used.There was no secondary surgical procedure, no incision enlargement, no suture was used and no patient injury was reported.No further information was provided.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Device evaluation: the intraocular lens (iol) was not returned at the manufacturing site as it was discarded by the customer; therefore product testing could not be performed and the customer's reported complaint could not be verified.Manufacturing records review: the manufacturing records for the intraocular lens were reviewed.The product was manufactured and released according to specification.A search revealed that no additional complaints for this order number have been received.Labeling review: the directions for use (dfu) adequately provides instructions and precautions along with warnings for the proper use and handling of the device.The dfu states to examine the lens thoroughly to ensure particles have not become attached to it, and examine the lens optical surfaces for other defects.As a result of the investigation there is no indication of a product quality deficiency and the reported issue could not be verified.All pertinent information available to abbott medical optics has been submitted.