An event, regarding disassociation involving a patient specific, distal femur replacement was reported.The event was not confirmed.Method & results: product evaluation and results: material analysis, visual, functional and dimensional inspections could not be performed, as the device was not returned.Clinician review: no medical records were received, for review with a clinical consultant.Device history review: review of the product history records, indicate devices was manufactured and accepted into final stock with no reported discrepancies.Complaint history review: there have been no other similar events for the lot referenced.Conclusion: the product was implanted on (b)(6) 2013 and revised on (b)(6) 2023.It was reported, that the patient is planned to be revised, due to decoupling of the femoral component with the distal femur.The exact cause of the event could not be determined, because insufficient information was provided.Additional information including x-ray images, operative reports, pathology reports, progress notes and return of the device are needed to fully investigate the event.If further information becomes available or the product is returned, this investigation will be re-opened.
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