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Device Problems
Failure to Cut (2587); Patient Device Interaction Problem (4001)
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Patient Problem
Laceration(s) (1946)
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Event Date 07/26/2023 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This event has been recorded by zimmer biomet under (b)(4).Evaluation and investigation is in process.Once the investigation is complete, a supplemental report will be filed.
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Event Description
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It was reported that during surgery an incomplete graft was produced, where there was holes and strips in the graft.There was harm associated and a 10 minute extension in procedure.Due diligence is in progress.No additional consequences have been reported as a result of this malfunction.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This event has been recorded by zimmer biomet under (b)(4).Multiple mdr reports were filed for this event, please see associated report: 0001526350-2024-00042.This medwatch is being filed to relay additional information.Review of the most recent repair record determined the control bar was loose which may have contributed the reported event.The vespel bearings, semi-circle bearings, and retaining ring were replaced.Review of the device history record identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing related to the reported event.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.The event cannot be confirmed.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Event Description
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It was reported that during surgery an incomplete graft was produced, where there was holes and strips in the graft.There was harm associated and a 10 minute extension in procedure as additional intervention was needed.Due diligence is complete and no additional information is available.
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