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Device Problems
Failure to Power Up (1476); Battery Problem (2885); Temperature Problem (3022)
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Patient Problem
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 08/09/2022 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Event Description
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It was reported that the device didn't work at all, the battery pack heated up and there was a battery leakage.The event timing was during surgery.There was no harm and delay was less than 15 minutes.An alternate device was available for use.No adverse events were reported as a result of this malfunction.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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This complaint is recorded by zimmer biomet under (b)(4).A follow up/ final report will be submitted once investigation is complete.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Functional testing found the device would not power on in high or low mode with the original battery pack but did power on in both modes when connected to a lab battery pack.Visual inspection if the interior of the pack found the batteries had leaked electrolyte inside of the pack.Review of the device history record identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing related to the reported event.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.The event is confirmed.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Event Description
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There is no additional event information available.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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