SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII POST REF A/P BLK SZ 6; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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Catalog Number 71440820 |
Device Problems
Fracture (1260); Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 10/31/2023 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that during tkr surgery, a pin of a gii post ref a/p blk sz 6 was missing, remaining in the femur of the patient.Surgeon used a bone nibbler to grasp and remove the pin.Surgery was resumed after a non-significant device.Patient was not harmed as consequence of the 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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Results of investigation: the device was not returned for evaluation.However, the photographs were reviewed, and revealed that one of the pins broke off from the device.A review of the production order did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.A review of complaint history based on the historical data revealed similar events for the listed batch, 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 historical review concluded that there are no prior actions related to this product and event.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.We consider this investigation closed.
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