Reported event: an event regarding a limb length discrepancy involving a jts, distal extension mechanism was reported.The event was confirmed by x ray review.Method & results: device evaluation and results: not performed as no alleged device failure was reported.Clinician review: a review of the provided x-rays by a clinical consultant indicated: the implant in situ was for a jts distal femoral replacement which was inserted on the (b)(6) 2018.The surgeon reported leg length discrepancy.The ct scan provided showed that the affected femur is 33mm shorter than the opposite femur, which confirms the clinical report.Device history review: review of the product history records indicate 1 device was manufactured and accepted into final stock on 02 may 2018 with no reported discrepancies complaint history review: based on the device identification the complaint databases were reviewed from 01-jan-2017 to present for similar reported events regarding jts, distal femur, limb length discrepancy.There have been no other events.Conclusion: the exact cause of the event could not be determined because insufficient information was provided.Additional information including operative reports, progress notes, and return of the device are needed to fully investigate the event.If further information becomes available this investigation will be re-opened.No further investigation is required at this time.If additional information becomes available to indicate further evaluation is warranted, this record will be reopened.
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