Device Problem
Installation-Related Problem (2965)
Patient Problem
Joint Dislocation (2374)
Event Date 04/09/2023
Event Type
Injury
Manufacturer Narrative
We are still investigating the cause of the issue.The surgeon has indicated he may have implanted the stem incorrectly.But we are waiting for explatation date and decision as to whether the facility will send us the explanted stem for review which was requested on (b)(6) 2023.
Event Description
While at work, the patient was using his hand to lay bricks when he felt his wrist "give out".Ever since then he can dislocate the ulnar stem and reduce it manually.At this point it stays dorsally dislocated unless he keeps it manually reduced or wrapped up tightly.