SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. MI TRIAL FEM HEAD 36 +4; PROSTH, KNEE, PATE/FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONST, UNCEM, PORO, COAT, POLY/METAL/POLY
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Model Number 71369722 |
Device Problems
Connection Problem (2900); Material Deformation (2976)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 03/23/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that surgical reprocessing team noticed that 3 of the mi trial fem head 36 +4 are worn and would not articulate with the femoral stem securely.There was no case involved.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The device, intended for use in treatment, was not returned for evaluation.Therefore, the product analysis and the reported event could not be confirmed at this time.A complaint history review found related failures; this failure mode will be monitored for future complaints for any necessary corrective actions.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries; damage from repeated use can occur.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.At this time, we have no reason to suspect that the product failed to meet any product specifications at the time of manufacture.A relationship, if any, between the device and the reported incident could not be corroborated.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective action is not indicated.No further investigation is warranted for this complaint; however, we will continue to monitor for future complaints and investigate as necessary.Should additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.We consider this investigation closed.
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