| Model Number |
25MECJ-502 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Obstruction of Flow (2423)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Thrombus (2101)
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| Date of Event |
03/13/2019
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Event or Problem Description
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On (b)(6) 2016, a 25mm masters valve was implanted in the mitral position.On (b)(6) 2019, the device was explanted.Upon explant it was observed one leaflet was obstructed and not functioning as expected and thrombus was observed.The patient was reported to have been compliant with their anticoagulation medication.Subsequently another 25mm valve was implanted.The patient is reported to be stable postoperatively.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event of "one leaflet was obstructed and not functioning as expected" and thrombus could not be confirmed.Both leaflets opened and closed completely and without resistance.There was fibrous pannus ingrowth limited to the sewing cuff.No inflammations or significant calcifications were present.The device history record was reviewed to ensure that each manufacturing and inspection operation was performed and the product met all specifications at the time of commercialization.The cause of the leaflet obstruction and thrombus could not be conclusively determined.
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