| Model Number |
29MECJ-502 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Insufficient Device Problem Information (3190)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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| Date of Event |
05/09/2019
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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) 2019, a 29mm masters valve was selected for implant.During an internal rotation of the valve, while the device was attached with sutures, the valve broke.The device was exchanged for another size and implanted, doubling the procedure and extra corporal circulation time.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event of the valve "breaking" could not be confirmed.Both leaflets were properly inserted in the orifice and were able to fully open and close.No damage was noted to the valve.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 reported event could not be conclusively determined.
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