| Model Number |
PCB00 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Detachment Of Device Component (1104); Torn Material (3024); Device Handling Problem (3265)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Code Available (3191)
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| Date of Event |
03/13/2017
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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If implanted; give date: n/a (not applicable) as the lens was inserted and removed.If explanted; give date: n/a (not applicable) as the lens was inserted and removed.(b)(6).(b)(4).Device evaluation: the preloaded delivery system, model pcb00, was returned at the manufacturing site for evaluation.The plunger was observed in a fully advanced position and the cartridge was correctly engaged into lower body of the pcb00 device.The intraocular lens (iol) was also returned (outside of the insertion device).Visual inspection at 10x microscope magnification showed that the lens was broken into pieces due to the explant process, as reported by the customer.One haptic was observed detached.The customer's reported complaint was 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) were reviewed.The directions for use (dfu) adequately provides instructions and precautions along with warnings for the proper use and handling of the device.As a result of the investigation there is no indication of a product quality deficiency and the reported issue was verified.All pertinent information available to abbott medical optics has been submitted.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the haptic of an intraocular lens (iol) tore off during implantation.No patient injury was reported.Additional information was received and it was learnt that the lens was removed and replaced during the same surgical procedure and the incision was enlarged.Reportedly, the surgeon was blaming himself because he noticed a resistance in the advancement of the lens, but he implanted the lens anyway and the haptic was torn off.No further information was provided.
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