MAUDE Adverse Event Report: BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC. GELMARK ULTRA BIOPSY SITE MARKER; BREAST TISSUE MARKER

Model Number GMUEC10GSS

Device Problems Break (1069); Difficult to Insert (1316); Migration or Expulsion of Device (1395); Difficult to Remove (1528); Activation, Positioning or Separation Problem (2906)

Patient Problem No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)

Event Date 07/18/2017

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that during breast tissue marker placement, the marker applicator was allegedly difficult to insert into the probe and the marker was able to be placed.It was further reported under post procedure imaging the marker migrated approximately 1-2 cm from the biopsy site and a small foreign object was observed.Reportedly, the small piece observed is a piece of the marker that may have broken off into the patient.It was further reported the probe and marker were removed as one unit and the marker applicator was unable to be removed from the probe.There was no reported patient injury.

Manufacturer Narrative

Manufacturing review: the device history records have been reviewed and this lot met all release criteria.There was nothing found to indicate there was a manufacturing related cause for this event.This is the only complaint reported to date for this lot number and failure mode.Investigation summary: the gelmark ultra marker was not returned for evaluation; images were provided and reviewed.Based on the image review, the reported foreign material and deployment issues could not be confirmed.Therefore, the investigation is inconclusive for the reported insertion and removal difficulties, foreign material, and deployment issues, as the device was not returned and the image review could not confirm the alleged issues.The definitive root cause for the reported foreign material, deployment issue, or insertion and removal difficulties could not be determined based upon the available information.It is unknown whether procedural issues contributed to the event.Labeling review: the current gelmark ultra breast tissue marker instructions for use (ifu) states: general information and device description: the marker consists of 11 resorbable polylactiv acid/polyglycolic acid (pla/pga) pads with one embedded radiopaque wireform.The wireform is intended for long-term radiographic marking of the biopsy site.The pellets are visible via ultrasound for approximately 6 weeks and are essentially resorbed in approximately 12 weeks.The syringe-like applicator fits within the encor probe to access the biopsy cavity.Precautions: the device should only be used by physicians trained in the percutaneous biopsy procedures.Do not use this product if the sterile barrier has been previously opened or if the package is damaged.Maintain correct alignment of the yellow indicator key with the red arrow of the biopsy probe when dispensing pellets.Complications: potential complications that may be associated with the use of gelmark ultra biopsy site marker are similar to those associated with the use of other biopsy marking devices.Directions for use: remove the port cap from the sample chamber of probe.Insert tip guide into sample chamber.Ensure the tip guide is fully inserted.Insert the applicator through the tip guide into the biopsy probe.Advance the applicator to align the yellow indicator with the red arrow of the biopsy probe.Immediately deploy all pellets by advancing the plunger.Rotate the biopsy device 180 degrees to position the sample chamber away from the dispensed pellets.Remove the applicator from the biopsy device.(b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that during breast tissue marker placement, the marker applicator was allegedly difficult to insert into the probe and the marker was able to be placed.It was further reported under post procedure imaging the marker was placed approximately 1-2 cm from the biopsy site and a small foreign object was observed.It was further reported the probe and marker were removed as one unit and the marker applicator was unable to be removed from the probe.There was no reported patient injury.

• Brand Name: GELMARK ULTRA BIOPSY SITE MARKER
• Type of Device: BREAST TISSUE MARKER
• Manufacturer (Section D): BARD PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, INC.; 1625 w 3rd st.; tempe AZ 85281
• Manufacturer (Section G): INFUS MEDICAL (THAILAND); 706 moo 4; bangpoo ind estate; samutprakarn province 10280 ; TH 10280
• Manufacturer Contact: judith ludwig ; 1625 w 3rd st.; tempe, AZ 85281 ; 4803032689
• MDR Report Key: 6792467
• MDR Text Key: 82791573
• Report Number: 2020394-2017-00961
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: NEU
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741031854
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741031854
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: AS
• PMA/PMN Number: K040706
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: company representative,foreig
• Reporter Occupation: Health Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 11/08/2017

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 08/14/2017
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 12/01/2017
• Device Model Number: GMUEC10GSS
• Device Catalogue Number: GMUEC10GSS
• Device Lot Number: VTAX00570
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 11/01/2017
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 11/02/2016
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1