| Model Number |
TMPX215 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Capsular Contracture (1761); No Code Available (3191)
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| Date of Event |
01/31/2020
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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: capsular contracture.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that a female patient who underwent a breast augmentation revision procedure with a mentor memorygel xtra breast implant 215cc gel breast prosthesis developed baker grade iii capsular contracture in her left breast.As a result, the patient underwent explantation and replacement with a mentor memorygel breast implant 190cc gel breast prosthesis on (b)(6) 2020.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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On (b)(6) 2020, the mentor failure analysis lab received the device for evaluation.On (b)(6) 2020, mentor completed the investigation on the suspect medical device.Device evaluation summary: according to the information provided, the patient experienced capsular contracture on the left breast.During the visual evaluation, no apparent damage or visual anomalies were observed on the returned device.Mentor concluded that the capsular contracture in the patient¿s breast was the result of the body¿s individual physiological response to the implantation of a foreign object in soft tissue.Capsular contracture is a known complication associated with these devices and is referenced in our current product insert data sheet.As part of our quality process, the manufacturing records of this lot-serial number were reviewed and the manufacturing standards were met prior to the release of this lot.Each device is visually inspected during manufacturing to ensure the device meets the required specifications prior to shipment.Capsular contracture complaint information is consistently analyzed and monitored by quality assurance to determine when further action is necessary.Manufacturer¿s reference number: (b)(4).
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