SMITH & NEPHEW, INC. GII OVAL PATELLA 5 PT. SZ GDE; PROSTHESIS, KNEE, FEMOROTIBIAL, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, CEMENTED, METAL/POLYMER
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Model Number 71440842 |
Device Problem
Break (1069)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 12/14/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Internal reference number: (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that a gii oval patella 5 pt.Sz gde broke.Since it was noticed during a field inspection, no patient was involved.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Section h3, h6: the associated device was returned and evaluated.A visual inspection of the returned device confirmed the stated failure mode.The device is missing a arm rendering the device inoperative.The missing piece was not returned.A review of complaint history revealed 48 similar events for the listed part number.No adverse trend was found for this event.For the batch number, the review did reveal 2 similar events.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.A review of the risk management file revealed this failure mode was previously identified.The anticipated risk level is still adequate.Assessment of historical escalated cases concluded that there are no prior actions related to this device and failure mode.This device is a reusable instrument that can be exposed to numerous surgeries.Damage from prolonged use, misuse or rough handling are 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 future complaints and investigate as necessary.We consider this investigation closed.
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