Model Number PCB00 |
Device Problems
Material Frayed (1262); Split (2537)
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Patient Problem
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
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Event Date 03/31/2018 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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If explanted; give date: n/a (not applicable).The intraocular lens remains implanted.(b)(6).All pertinent information available to johnson and johnson surgical vision, inc.Has been submitted.
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Event Description
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Customer reported that the tip of the cartridge was split open and frayed.The surgeon managed to inject the lens into the eye but found it difficult as the lens got caught on the frayed end.There was no damage to the lens or the patient¿s eye.The issue did not add a significant amount of time to the procedure.No additional information was provided to johnson and johnson surgical vision, inc.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Device available for evaluation: yes.Returned to manufacturer on: 06/22/2018.Device returned to manufacturer: yes.Device evaluation: the product was returned to the manufacturing site for evaluation.Visual inspection showed the plunger was observed advanced and locked as the device preparation required.The cartridge tip was observed broken.There was confirmed what it was stated by the customer that they managed to implant the lens since no lens was returned.Based on the device condition, the complaint reported was confirmed but could not be determined the cause due to the handling process by the user.A product deficiency could not be identified either.Manufacturing records review: the manufacturing records for the intraocular lens were reviewed.The product was manufactured and released according to specification.A search on complaints revealed that no additional complaints were received for this production order number.Labeling review: the directions for use (dfu) was reviewed.The 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 could not be verified.All pertinent information available to johnson & johnson surgical vision, inc.Has been submitted.
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