MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SMITH & NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS LTD FEMORAL HEAD 44MM; PROSTHESIS, HIP, SEMI-CONSTRAINED, METAL/METAL, RESURFACING

Catalog Number 74123144

Device Problems Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993); Migration (4003)

Patient Problems Nerve Damage (1979); Implant Pain (4561)

Event Date 05/30/2011

Event Type  Injury  

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: internal complaint reference: (b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that, after a bhr resurfacing, done on (b)(6) 2010, the patient suffered from right resurfacing total hip replacement pain.This condition was treated by performing a revision surgery on (b)(6) 2011.During this revision, there appeared to be evidence of impingement on the posterior aspect of the neck.Then the bhr femoral head was removed and replaced with a smith and nephew total hip replacement which included an anthology femoral component and a bhr modular head and sleeve.The patient was transferred to the recovery room in satisfactory conditions, no complications.

Manufacturer Narrative

H11.Corrected information in h6 (medical device problem code).

Manufacturer Narrative

Additional information: d10.H3, h6: it was reported that, after a bhr resurfacing, the patient suffered from right resurfacing total hip replacement pain.This condition was treated by performing a revision surgery.During this revision, there appeared to be evidence of impingement on the posterior aspect of the neck.Then the bhr femoral head was removed and replaced with a smith and nephew total hip replacement which included an anthology femoral component and a bhr modular head and sleeve.The patient was transferred to the recovery room in satisfactory conditions, no complications.As of today, the implanted devices, all of which were used in treatment have not been returned for evaluation.A review of the historical complaints data for the devices concerned was performed using batch numbers, part numbers and the reported failure modes to evaluate patterns of repeated failures or defects.No other similar complaints have been identified for the head and cup.This will continue to be monitored via routine trending, however it should be noted that this device is no longer sold.In the absence of the actual devices, the production records were reviewed for the devices reportedly involved in this incident.All released devices involved met manufacturing specifications upon release for distribution.The review of the product 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, prior applicable escalation actions were identified and confirmed to reduce associated risks as far as possible.No further escalation actions are required.The available medical documents were reviewed.The reported pain may be consistent with the intraoperative findings of impingement and/or sciatic nerve irritation.It cannot be concluded the reported pain was associated with the implant.The patient impact beyond the reported events 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: FEMORAL HEAD 44MM
• 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: 17675161
• MDR Text Key: 322604776
• Report Number: 3005975929-2023-00123
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: NXT
• UDI-Device Identifier: 03596010552419
• UDI-Public: 3596010552419
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: CA
• PMA/PMN Number: P040033
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Foreign,Consumer,Health Professional,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Remedial Action: Recall
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 09/26/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 09/04/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 11/28/2012
• Device Catalogue Number: 74123144
• Device Lot Number: 07LW14912
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 09/21/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: No
• Date Device Manufactured: 11/30/2007
• 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
• Treatment: 74122152/ACETABULAR CUP HAP SIZE 44/52
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention
• Patient Age: 50 YR
• Patient Sex: Male