MAUDE Adverse Event Report: APOLLO ENDOSURGERY, INC LAP-BAND AP STANDARD W/ ACCESS PORT I; ADJUSTABLE GASTRIC BAND

Model Number	B-2240
Medical Device Problem Code	Fluid/Blood Leak (1250)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	Failure of Implant (1924)
Date of Event	10/15/2017
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Unknown taper.The reporter of the event was asked to return the product for analysis.To date, apollo has not received the device.Without the device serial, the taper type is unknown.If returned, visual examination may determine the connector type associated with this event.Device labeling addresses the reported event as follows: precautions: care must be taken during band adjustment to avoid puncturing the tubing that connects the access port and band, as this will cause leakage and deflation of the inflatable section.Failure to create a stable, smooth path for the access port tubing, without sharp turns or bends, can result in tubing breaks and leakage.In order to avoid incorrect placement, the port should be placed lateral to the trocar opening.A pocket must be created for the port so that it is placed far enough from the trocar path to avoid abrupt kinking of the tubing.The tubing path should point in the direction of the access port connector so that the tubing will form a straight line with a gentle arching transition into the abdomen.Adverse events: it is important to discuss all possible complications and adverse events with your patient.Complications which may result from the use of this product include the risks associated with the medications and methods utilized in the surgical procedure, the risks associated with any surgical procedure and the patient's degree of intolerance to any foreign object implanted in the body.Unplanned deflation of the band may occur due to leakage from the band, the port or the connecting tubing.Warnings: patients should be advised that the lap-band system is a long-term implant.Explant (removal)and replacement surgery may be indicated at any time.Medical management of adverse reactions may include explantation.Revision surgery for explantation and replacement may also be indicated to achieve patient satisfaction.
Event or Problem Description
Reported as: a patient with the lap-band system was reported to have a loss of restriction.It was noted that the device had lost fluid.The port was replaced.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Taper ii.Supplement 1 - medwatch sent to the fda on 14/may/2018.Device evaluation summary: the device was returned to apollo for analysis, and visual examination confirmed the connector type as taper ii.Needle marks were noted on the port septum.Scratches were noted on the port hole.A port leak test was performed and leakage was observed.As only access port i and taper ii were returned, an air leak test was not feasible.A fill inspection test was performed and no blockage was observed.Under microscopic analysis, an unidentified opening was noted on the port tubing at the taper-tubing junction.The end of the port tubing was noted to have striated edges, consistent with a surgical end cut to remove the device.

• Brand Name: LAP-BAND AP STANDARD W/ ACCESS PORT I
• Common Device Name: ADJUSTABLE GASTRIC BAND
• Manufacturer (Section D): APOLLO ENDOSURGERY, INC; 1120 s. capital of texas hwy; bldg. 1, ste. 300; austin TX 78746
• MDR Report Key: 7244148
• Report Number: 3006722112-2018-00035
• Device Sequence Number: 1028428
• Product Code: LTI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10811955020183
• UDI-Public: 10811955020183
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: MI
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: P000008
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Device Implanted Year: 2008
• Device Explanted Year: 2017
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: health professional
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 05/11/2018

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Physician
• Device Expiration Date: 10/08/2009
• Device Model Number: B-2240
• Device Catalogue Number: B-2240
• Device Lot Number: 1498572
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 03/19/2018
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/08/2018
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 05/11/2018
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 02/06/2018
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 05/14/2018
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Concomitant Medical Products and Therapy/Usage Dates: COUMADIA; FOLIC ACID; NORCO
• Patient Age: 49 YR
• Patient Weight: 118