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The sample was not returned.The finished product met all specifications prior to being released for general distribution.The instructions for use which accompanies all devices currently addresses potential risks associated with surgically implanted materials.The instructions for use states in the adverse events: ¿complications associated with the proper implantation of the align® urethral support system may include, but are not limited to: postoperative hematoma, seroma, abscess or fistula formation, or scarring which may occur following the implant procedure.Urinary retention, bladder outlet obstruction and other voiding dysfunctions.These conditions may be associated with overcorrection/too much tension placed on the implant.Perforations or lacerations of vessels, nerves, bladder, bowel, urethra, or any viscera, which may occur during the implantation procedure.Irritation at the operative wound site which may elicit a foreign body response that leads to wound dehiscence, inflammation and/or infection.Extrusion through vaginal epithelium or erosion into surrounding viscera and/or mucosa.Inflammation, sensitization, pain, dyspareunia, scarification, contraction, device migration and failure of the procedure resulting in recurrence of incontinence." (b)(4).
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It was reported in the patient's medical records that as a result of having the product implanted, the patient has experienced urinary retention, incomplete bladder emptying requiring intermittent self catheterizations, stress urinary incontinence, nocturnal enuresis, hesitancy, pain in the right lower quadrant and vaginal area, mesh erosion, neurogenic bladder, urinary tract infection and urethrovesical hypomobility, s persistent pain in vagina and lower abdomen, pelvic tenderness, pelvic sidewall lesion, cystocele, rectocele, enterocele (prolapse), pelvic organ prolapse, painful intercourse, lower abdominal pain, inflammation, urinary problems, dysuria, urinary urgency, unspecified bowel problems, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, pain, adhesions, loss of energy, limited activity, inability to sit or stand for long periods, dyspareunia, hypertension/high blood pressure, vaginal infection, depression, nonsurgical, additional surgical interventions, persistent lower abdominal, vaginal pain, pelvic tenderness and discharge.
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