If implanted, give date: not applicable as this is not an implantable device.If explanted, give date: not applicable as this is not an implantable device.Device evaluation: the cartridge was returned at the manufacturing site for evaluation.Visual inspection at 10x microscope magnification showed scarce residue of viscoelastic ovd (ophthalmic viscosurgical device) inside the cartridge tube, indicating that the device was handled and prepared for surgical use.An intraocular lens (iol) was observed stuck in the cartridge.The cartridge was observed deformed and cracked.The customer's reported complaint was verified.Manufacturing records review: the manufacturing records for the cartridge were reviewed.During manufacturing the operators inspect the neck, tube and tip areas for cracks.No cracking or stress marks are allowed.They also check the tip for any melting, roughness, dent, bent tip or smash condition.The product was manufactured and released according to specification.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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It was reported that an intraocular lens (iol) got stuck in the cartridge and started coming out of the side of the cartridge when being advanced.Reportedly, the lens did not touch the patient's eye.Another lens, same model and diopter, was implanted.No incision enlargement, no suture used and no patient injury was reported.Additional information was received and it was learnt that the no damage was noticed on the cartridge before loading the lens.The tip of the cartridge was damaged after the lens was advanced and started to come out of the side of the cartridge tip.No further information was provided.
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