| Model Number |
3501490 |
| 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 |
08/29/2019
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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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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 (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: right breast prosthesis rupture, left breast 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 (b)(6) italian-american female patient underwent a primary breast reconstruction procedure with mentor smooth round spectrum 575cc saline breast prostheses when the right breast prosthesis deflated after implantation.The patient observed a changed in the shape and fullness of her right breast.Deflation was later confirmed by a healthcare professional.In addition, the patient developed capsular contracture (baker grade unknown) in her left breast.As a result, the patient underwent bilateral explantation and replacement with mentor smooth round high profile 630cc saline breast prostheses on (b)(6) 2020.This medwatch report is for the patient¿s left breast prosthesis.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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On 15-may-2020, mentor completed the investigation on the suspect medical device.Device evaluation summary: according to the information reported, the patient developed capsular contracture.During 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.The american society of plastic surgeons recommends and encourages member surgeons to always submit breast implants, capsule, and effusion to pathology for examination.As part of our quality process, the manufacturing records of this 6703778 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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