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The mentor failure analysis lab has received the device for evaluation.The analysis has begun but is not complete at this time.When the investigational analysis has been completed, a supplemental report will be submitted.A manufacturing record evaluation is in progress.Once completed, a supplemental report will be submitted.Reason for device explant and/or reoperation: material rupture.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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Additional information was received on 6/19/2019.The impacted product was a 700cc mentor memorygel breast implant, rather than the mentor siltex contour profile spectrum 650cc saline prosthesis reported initially.The device ruptured, rather than deflated.Section d has been updated with all available information.A manufacturing record evaluation was performed for the finished device 6009801 number, and no non-conformances related to the reported complaint condition were identified.The investigation of the returned device was completed by the failure analysis lab on 6/22/2019.Device evaluation summary: according with the information reported the patient experienced a rupture of the breast implant.During analysis of the sample, two tears were observed at the union between patch and shell of the implant.Microscopic examination was performed and no evidence of instrument damage was observed.No other anomalies were observed.Causes of rupture of gel-filled implants include, but are not limited to, the following events: damage from surgical instruments, intraoperative or postoperative trauma, excessive stresses or manipulations as may occur during normal daily routines including customary and purposeful trauma to the breast.Rupture is a known complication associated with these devices and is referenced in our product insert data sheet.It should be noted that as part of our quality process, each device is visually inspected during manufacturing to ensure the device meets the required specifications prior to shipment.Based on the information reported and/or the product investigation, there is no evidence that the issue is related with the manufacturing process.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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