SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JOURNEY ART ISRT ASSM TOOL; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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Model Number 74018911 |
Device Problem
Connection Problem (2900)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 12/29/2020 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that, during tka surgery, the journey art insert assm tool did not properly grip insert.Insert was very loose and difficult to use.The procedure was completed without delay using the same device.No other complications were reported.All available information has been disclosed.If additional information should become available, a supplemental report will be submitted accordingly.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The device, used in treatment was returned for evaluation: a visual inspection was performed and confirmed the handles on the insert appear to be loose, which may cause it not to function as intended.The manufactured date for this device is 2006.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries; damage from repeated use can occur.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely probable causes of the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.We consider this investigation closed.
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