Model Number N/A |
Device Problem
Fracture (1260)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 10/18/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).H3: product has been received by zimmer biomet and the investigation is in process.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 a reamer fractured while the surgeon was reaming for the augment baseplate during a primary surgery.No patient harm or impact.No further information is known.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional and corrected information.Visual examination of the returned product/provided pictures identified the flange of the device is broken off and was received in in 2 pieces.Scuffs and scratches on the part consistent with repeated use.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing.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 event information available at the time of this report.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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