The associated complaint devices were not returned for evaluation.The devices were manufactured in 2013, 2014 and 2015.Our investigation including a review of the manufacturing records for the listed batches did not reveal any deviation from the standard manufacturing processes.A review of complaint history for the listed parts revealed no prior complaints for the listed failure mode with the same batch number.Products were sterilized according to sterilization release documentation from quality control.A clinical investigation was conducted and it concluded that all documents provided as of this date have been reviewed and considered and unless noted do not contribute to the clinical investigation.The reported infection was the contributing factor to the left tha revision; however without the supporting lab/pathology results, operative notes, and/or explanted components, the source of the infection cannot be confirmed.The patient impact beyond the reported symptoms, left hip revision/first stage, likely antibiotic therapy, and an expected post-op convalescence period cannot be determined.No further medical assessment is warranted at this time.Without the return of the actual product involved, our investigation of this report is inconclusive.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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