SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. JOURNEY DCF AP FEM CUT BLK 6; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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Model Number 74012416 |
Device Problem
Break (1069)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 03/01/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that, during a tka surgery, a journey dcf ap fem cut blk 6 broke during impaction.The procedure was resumed, without any delay, using the same device.Patient was not harmed as consequence of this problem.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was not returned for evaluation; therefore, a device analysis could not be performed.Device batch number was not provided, thus, an evaluation of the manufacturing records could not be performed.A review of complaint history of the previous 12 months revealed similar events for the listed device, 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 concluded that a similar event was previously identified and several actions were opened.However, there is not enough information to relate this event with the prior actions found.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any specifications at the time of manufacture.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are likely potential factors that could contribute to the reported event.We recommend that all reusable instruments be routinely inspected for wear and damage and replaced as necessary.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.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.Internal complaint reference number: (b)(4).
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