Patient Problems
Necrosis Of Flap Tissue (1972); Skin Irritation (2076)
Event Date 02/25/2020
Event Type
Injury
Manufacturer Narrative
This report is submitted on march 23, 2020.
Event Description
Per the clinic, the internal magnet was explanted on (b)(6) 2020, due to the patient developing recurrent irritation, necrosis and ulcers at the implant site.
Prior to explant, the patient was treated with topical steroids; however, treatment was unsuccessful.