MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS LTD ACETLR CUP HAP 52MM W/ IMPTR; PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/METAL, RESURFACING

Catalog Number 74120152

Device Problem Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)

Patient Problem Unspecified Infection (1930)

Event Date 03/23/2023

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported that, after a total left hip replacement was performed on (b)(6) 2016 the patient experienced an infection.For this reason, a revision surgery was performed on (b)(6) 2023, in which the acetlr cup hap 52mm w/ imptr, the spec ef prim ho 12/14 sz 3 and the modular head 46 mm -4 (short) were explanted.Patient's current health status is unknown.

Manufacturer Narrative

Internal complaint reference: case (b)(4).

Manufacturer Narrative

H3, h6: it was reported that a left hip revision surgery was performed due to an infection.As of today, the implanted devices, all of which were used in treatment have not been returned for evaluation.Without a definitive batch number, a complete review of the historical complaints data cannot be performed for the device.A review of historical complaints data was performed using the part numbers and the reported failure modes to evaluate patterns of repeated failures or defects.No other similar complaints have been identified for any of the devices.This will continue to be monitored via routine trending, however it should be noted that these devices are no longer sold.As no device batch numbers were provided for investigation, manufacturing record review could not be performed.If more information is received, this investigation will be reopened.The review of the most recent ifu found adequate warnings and precautions in relation to the alleged failure modes.A risk management review was performed.The alleged failure modes and associated risks have been anticipated within the risk file and the anticipated risk level is still adequate.No further actions are required at this time.A review of historic escalation actions related to the products and similar complaint events was performed.Following the review, no prior applicable escalation actions were identified.The available medical documents were reviewed.Although, it is noted the revision was done due to infection, as of the date of this medical investigation, the requested clinical documentation has not been provided.Therefore, the clinical root cause of the infection and subsequent revision could not be confirmed.The patient impact beyond the reported revision cannot be determined.Based on the information provided, further investigation of the reported complaint cannot be carried out and remains inconclusive.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.Based on the limited information provided we are unable to speculate on specific factors known to contribute to the alleged fault.Should the devices or additional information be received, the complaint will be reopened.Based on this investigation, the need for corrective and preventative actions is not indicated.

• Brand Name: ACETLR CUP HAP 52MM W/ IMPTR
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/METAL, RESURFACING
• Manufacturer (Section D): SMITH & NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS LTD; aurora house, spa park; leamington spa warwickshire CV31 3HL; UK CV31 3HL
• Manufacturer (Section G): SMITH & NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS LTD; aurora house, spa park; leamington spa warwickshire CV31 3HL; UK CV31 3HL
• Manufacturer Contact: holly topping ; 7000 west william cannon drive; austin, TX 78735 ; 5123913905
• MDR Report Key: 16771178
• MDR Text Key: 313600781
• Report Number: 3005975929-2023-00028
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: NXT
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010502575
• UDI-Public: 3596010502575
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: AS
• PMA/PMN Number: P040033
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 05/15/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 04/19/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 74120152
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 05/10/2023
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention