SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. ACCORD TENSIONER; PROSTHESIS, HIP, HEMI-, TRUNNION-BEARING, FEMORAL, METAL
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Model Number 71360020 |
Device Problem
Mechanical Jam (2983)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 10/28/2020 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal complaint reference: (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that during a tka procedure while outside the cable was stuck inside the cable tensioner.The procedure was completed without delay with the same device.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the associated device, used in treatment, was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirms the stated failure mode.The cable is stuck and frayed along the neck of the device.The device shows signs of extensive use.A functional evaluation of the returned device confirms the stated failure mode.The locking mechanism on the device is seized.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints and assessed for any necessary corrective actions.A review of the manufacturing records did not reveal a manufacturing abnormality that could have caused or contributed to the reported incident.At this time, we do not have reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product 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 probable causes of 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 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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