MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ZIMMER BIOMET, INC. EXPLOR 12X22MM IMPLANT HEAD; PROSTHESIS, ELBOW, HEMI-, RADIAL, POLYMER

Catalog Number 11-210032

Device Problems Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907); Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993); Noise, Audible (3273)

Patient Problems Failure of Implant (1924); Pain (1994); Loss of Range of Motion (2032); Swelling/ Edema (4577)

Event Type  Injury  

Event Description

It was reported the patient underwent a left arm procedure approximately six (6) years ago.The patient is now reported to be experiencing extreme pain.However, no revision procedure or further intervention has been reported to date.Attempts have been made, and no further information has been provided.

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4).Multiple mdr reports were filed for this event.Please see the associated report: 0001825034-2023-02190.D10: unknown explor stem, lot unknown.The customer has indicated that the product will not be returned to zimmer biomet for investigation as the product remains implanted.The investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.A supplemental will be filed accordingly if any further information is found that would change or alter any conclusions or information.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.

Event Description

It was reported that the patient underwent a trauma procedure approximately six (6) years and four (4) months ago following a fall that fractured the left ulnar and radial head of the humerus.Subsequently, the patient began experiencing pain, decreased rom, swelling and noise approximately five (5) years and six (6) months post-implantation.X-ray images were taken approximately six (6) months ago and revealed radial head had disassociated from stem and progression of arthritis was noted.Attempts have been made and no further information has been provided.

Manufacturer Narrative

This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.D10: item#: 11-210063; lot#: 209490.If any further information which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.

Event Description

No further event information available at the time of this report.

Manufacturer Narrative

This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.H6: proposed component code: mechanical (g04)- head.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: 05 apr 2023 xray progressed arthritis, effusion, dissociation (disengaged) of radial head from radial prosthesis.Xray notes good alignment of ulna.Left elbow pain 7/10, swelling pain, decreased rom, symptoms begun (b)(6) 2022.No trauma, pain with rotation of arm and clicking.Discussed plan : will need revision surgery and will call when he wants surgery.Review of the device history record(s) identified no deviations or anomalies during manufacturing related to the reported event.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.If any further information which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.

• Brand Name: EXPLOR 12X22MM IMPLANT HEAD
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, ELBOW, HEMI-, RADIAL, POLYMER
• Manufacturer (Section D): ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.; 56 e. bell drive; p.o. box 587; warsaw IN 46581
• Manufacturer (Section G): ZIMMER BIOMET, INC.; 56 e. bell drive; p.o. box 587; warsaw IN 46581
• Manufacturer Contact: jennifer rapsavage ; 56 e. bell dr.; warsaw, IN 46582 ; 5745260384
• MDR Report Key: 17795919
• MDR Text Key: 324003414
• Report Number: 0001825034-2023-02189
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: KWI
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K040611
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Consumer,Health Professional
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 02/09/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 09/21/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 11-210032
• Device Lot Number: 034410
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 02/08/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 07/23/2014
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Removal/Correction Number: NI
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Treatment: SEE NARRATIVE IN H10.; SEE NARRATIVE IN H10.
• Patient Outcome(s): Other
• Patient Sex: Male
• Patient Weight: 116 KG
• Patient Ethnicity: Non Hispanic
• Patient Race: White