| Model Number |
600-0001 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Corneal Clouding/Hazing (1878); Loss of Vision (2139)
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| Date of Event |
12/07/2017
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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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The explanted inlay was returned to the manufacturer, and the investigation is underway.The device history record review of the manufacturing lot was performed and there were no discrepancies or unusual findings related to the reported issue.Corneal haze and decreased vision are listed in the device labeling as known potential risks.(b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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The patient underwent uneventful implantation of the raindrop corneal inlay in the left eye on (b)(6) 2016.The patient presented with corneal haze and decreased visual acuity on (b)(6) 2017.The corneal haze persisted despite compliant treatment with topical steroids.At examination on (b)(6) 2017, the haze worsened to grade 2-3+ (central).The patient's best corrected distance visual acuity (bcdva) decreased from 20/20 (preoperatively) to 20/30-2 at onset, and 20/30 immediately prior to intervention.The patient did not respond to steroids and on (b)(6) 2017 the inlay was removed and replaced with a new inlay and mitomycin-c was administered in the flap interface.At last examination one week post inlay exchange, bcdva was 20/50 and the corneal haze improved to mild.According to the surgeon, presence of the inlay contributed to the event.
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