MAUDE Adverse Event Report: APOLLO ENDOSURGERY, INC. LAP-BAND® SYSTEM 10.0 CM WITH LOW PROFILE ACCESS PORT II; ADJUSTABLE GASTRIC BAND

Model Number	B-2225
Medical Device Problem Code	Fluid/Blood Leak (1250)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	Hernia (2240)
Date of Event	01/29/2019
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Unknown taper.Further information has been requested of the initial reporter regarding: device serial number.It was noted the device would not be returned for analysis.To date, no additional information has been received by apollo.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.Esophageal distension or dilatation has been infrequently reported.This is most likely a consequence of incorrect band placement, over-restriction or stoma obstruction.It can also be due to excessive vomiting or patient noncompliance, and may be more likely in cases of pre-existing esophageal dysmotility.Deflation of the band is recommended if esophageal dilatation develops.A revision procedure may be necessary to reposition or remove the band if deflation does not resolve the dilatation.Unplanned deflation of the band may occur due to leakage from the band, the port or the connecting tubing.Other adverse events considered related to the lap-band® system that occurred in fewer than 1% of subjects included: esophagitis, gastritis, hiatal hernia, pancreatitis, abdominal pain, hernia, incisional infection, infection, redundant skin, dehydration, gi perforation, diarrhea, abnormal stools, constipation, flatulence, dyspepsia, eructation, cardiospasm, hematemesis, asthenia, fever, chest pain, incision pain, contact dermatitis, abnormal healing, edema, paresthesia, dysmenorrhea, hypochromic anemia, band leak, cholecystitis, esophageal dysmotility, esophageal ulcer, esophagitis, port displacement, port site pain, spleen injury and wound infection.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 "started to gain weight and so [physician] did a band adjustment under fluoro and the results showed contrast material into the peritoneal cavity upon injection of the port likely disruption of the junction between the port and tubing." patient "also had esophageal dilatation and was diagnosed with a hiatal hernia.".

• Brand Name: LAP-BAND® SYSTEM 10.0 CM WITH LOW PROFILE ACCESS PORT II
• 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: 8484157
• Report Number: 3013508647-2019-00016
• Device Sequence Number: 19263322
• Product Code: LTI
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10811955020176
• UDI-Public: 10811955020176
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: MA
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: P000008
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Device Implanted Year: 2004
• Device Explanted Year: 2019
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: health professional
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial
• Report Date (Section B): 03/08/2019

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: B-2225
• Device Catalogue Number: B-2225
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Initial
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/08/2019
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 04/04/2019
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Required Intervention
• Patient Age: 74 YR
• Patient Weight: 97