Catalog Number 00663001600 |
Device Problem
Patient Device Interaction Problem (4001)
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Patient Problems
Ossification (1428); Osteolysis (2377)
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Event Date 06/15/2004 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).Multiple mdr reports were filed for this event, please see associated reports: 0001822565-2023-02431.G2: canada.The device will not be returned for analysis; however, an investigation of the reported event is in progress.Once the investigation is completed, a supplemental medwatch will be submitted.
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Event Description
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It was reported a patient underwent a hip revision approximately eight years post implantation due to wear and osteolysis.During the revision heterotopic ossification was noted at the greater trochanter.The head and liner were replaced without complications.Attempts have been made and no further information is available.
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Event Description
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No additional event information to report at this time.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.The following sections were updated/corrected updated: b4; b5; d4; g3; h2; h4; h6 proposed component code: mechanical (g04)- stem no product was returned or pictures provided; visual and dimensional evaluations could not be performed.Medical records were provided and reviewed by a health care professional.Review of the available records identified the following: an initial right tha was performed with no complications noted.A mix of competitor and zb products were placed.A revision occurred approximately eight years later due to wear and osteolysis.During the revision, heterotopic ossification was noted at the greater trochanter.The zb head and liner were explanted and replaced with a mix of zb and competitor products.The complaint is confirmed based on the provided medical records.Dhr was not reviewed for the stem as the reported event was determined to be unrelated to the device.No problem was found, after a review by a health care professional it was determined that the heterotrophic ossification is unrelated to the stem.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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