MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. R3 3 HOLE ACET SHELL 54MM; PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, UNCEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER

Model Number 71335554

Device Problem Biocompatibility (2886)

Patient Problems Pain (1994); Synovitis (2094); Metal Related Pathology (4530)

Event Date 04/02/2021

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported that, after an r3-tha construct had been implanted on the patient¿s right hip on (b)(6) 2009, the patient experienced metallosis and pain.This adverse event was treated with a revision surgery on (b)(6) 2021.During this procedure, all components were explanted and replaced with a competitors¿ tha system.Intraoperatively, inflammatory synovial changes were noticed with a small gross macroscopic area with tissue staining.The trunnion showed mild signs of corrosion.The patient was transferred in a stable condition to the recovery room.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference case (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

The device was not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.The clinical/medical investigation concluded that, the clinical information provided, of tissue staining and corrosion on the trunnion may be consistent with a reaction to metal debris.However, the source and the root cause cannot be determined with the available documentation.It cannot be concluded that the reported clinical findings are associated with the implant failure.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history revealed similar events for the listed device over the previous 12 months, but no similar events for the batch based on the historical data, this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.A review of the instructions for use for this device reveals that metal sensitivity reactions and/or allergic reactions to foreign materials have been reported in patients following joint replacement, which have required device removal.A historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.Some potential probable causes for this event could include damaged product, implant corrosion or wear.The contribution of the device to the reported event could not be corroborated.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.Without the return of the actual product involved, our investigation could not proceed.Should the device or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.

• Brand Name: R3 3 HOLE ACET SHELL 54MM
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, UNCEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW, INC.; 1450 brooks rd.; memphis TN 38116
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 14466695
• MDR Text Key: 292364125
• Report Number: 1020279-2022-02488
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: MBL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010598257
• UDI-Public: 03596010598257
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K070756
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 06/30/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 10/22/2018
• Device Model Number: 71335554
• Device Catalogue Number: 71335554
• Device Lot Number: 08KM19009
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 04/28/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 05/21/2022
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 06/29/2022
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 06/30/2022
• Date Device Manufactured: 10/24/2008
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Treatment: 74222300
• Patient Outcome(s): Other; Required Intervention
• Patient Age: 55 YR
• Patient Sex: Male