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Device Problem
Difficult to Insert (1316)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 09/29/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).G2: foreign: country: portugal.D10: cat# 110010245 lot# 65871758 g7 osseoti 4 hole shell 54mm f.Customer has indicated that the product is in process of being returned to zimmer biomet for investigation.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.
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Event Description
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It was reported that during an initial hip surgery, it was not possible to fit the liner into the acetabular shell.There were no issues with the shell.There was a delay of 20 minutes while trying to fit the liner.The surgery was then completed using a different liner, which fit the first time without difficulty.Surgical technique for the product was utilized.There were no contributing conditions related to the event.There was no harm to the patient.Per country regulations, patient information cannot be provided.No additional information available.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Visual examination of the returned product identified the rim of the liner has been dinged.A large scratch is present on the inner radius.Divots in the inner radius have discolored.Tool marks and scratches were observed on the sidewall and outer radius.A few of the shorter scallops have been deformed.Complaint confirmed based on evaluation of the returned product.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing related to the reported event.Medical records were not provided.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Event Description
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No further information is available at the time of this report.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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