Catalog Number 33680001 |
Device Problems
Osseointegration Problem (3003); Migration (4003)
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Patient Problems
Cyst(s) (1800); Inadequate Osseointegration (2646); Implant Pain (4561)
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Event Date 09/21/2023 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Once the investigation has been completed any additional information will be reported in a supplemental report.H3 other text : device remains implanted in patient.
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Event Description
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It was reported that the patient presented in the clinic with pain.Upon x-rays it was noted that the tibial component was loose.The patient will be undergoing a revision surgery to use a stemmed implant to correct the loosening.The physician definitely plans on revising the tibial component and will likely need to revise the talar component and well.
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Event Description
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It was reported that the patient presented in the clinic with pain.Upon x-rays it was noted that the tibial component was loose.The patient will be undergoing a revision surgery to use a stemmed implant to correct the loosening.The physician definitely plans on revising the tibial component and will likely need to revise the talar component and well.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Correction: h6 device code.The reported event could be confirmed based on available medical record and medical expert assessment.The device inspection was not possible as the product was not returned for investigation.A review of the device history for the reported lot did not indicate any abnormalities.No corrective actions are required at this time.No indications of material, manufacturing or design related problems were found during the investigation.A review of the labeling did not indicate any abnormalities.Upon further investigation of the ct scans by healthcare professionals the following was observed ¿the ct-scan shows that the tibial component is possibly loose and has subsided anteriorly.Cyst formation posteriorly.The talar component is well-fixed.No significant bone changes.Treating hcp has ruled out infection.¿ based on investigation, the root cause was attributed to a patient related issue.Cysts present around the tibial component change the physiology resulting in change in implant¿s orientation and contributed to failure.If device is returned or any further information is provided, the investigation report will be reassessed.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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