| Catalog Number |
3542512 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Rupture (1546)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Code Available (3191)
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| Date of Event |
06/11/2019
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Since the device has not been returned for analysis, no product failure analysis can be conducted, and no determination of possible contributing factors can be made.As such, the investigation will be closed.If the complaint device is received in the future, the investigation will be reopened and conducted as appropriate.A manufacturing record evaluation (mre) was performed, and no anomalies were found related to this complaint.In addition, the mre verifies that the device was manufactured in accordance with documented specification and procedures.Reason for device explant and/or reoperation: deflation.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that a (b)(6) year-old caucasian female patient underwent a breast augmentation primary with a mentor siltex contour profile spectrum 350cc and experienced right side deflation.As a result, the patient had undergone removal and replacement with a mentor siltex contour profile spectrum 350cc on (b)(6) 2019.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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On (b)(6) 2019, it was reported to mentor that the replacement device was mentor siltex contour profile high 350cc.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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On 08/29/2019, 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.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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On 9/18/2019, during evaluation of the sample it was observed to be intact.Leak testing was performed and it revealed a tear in the posterior view, measurement approximately 0.2 cm.Microscopic examination of the edges of the rupture revealed parallel striations.No other anomalies were noted.The striations are consistent with markings made by a sharp instrument perforating silicone material.As stated in the product insert data sheet, do not allow cautery devices or sharp instruments, such as scalpels, suture needles, hypodermic needles, hemostats, adson forceps or scissors to contact the device during the implantation or other surgical procedures as this can result in rupture.The manufacturing records were reviewed, and the manufacturing criteria were met prior to the release of this lot.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.Complaint information will be included in complaint trending that is reviewed and monitor by quality assurance on a regular basis to determine if further action is necessary.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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