SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. LGN TIBIAL CUTTING BLOCK LEFT; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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Model Number 71434331 |
Device Problem
Physical Resistance/Sticking (4012)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 06/15/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that, the pins of a lgn tibial cutting block left were stuck.It is unknown whether the event happened during surgery and if there was a patient involvement.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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H3, h6: the device, intended for use in treatment, was not returned for evaluation and the reported event could not be confirmed.A review of the complaint history did not reveal additional complaints for the listed batch.At this time, we have no 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.Without the return of the actual product involved, our investigation could not proceed.Should the device or 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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