Catalog Number 110035375 |
Device Problem
Biocompatibility (2886)
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Patient Problem
Low Blood Pressure/ Hypotension (1914)
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Event Date 08/23/2023 |
Event Type
Death
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).G2 - foreign: japan.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 3500a will be submitted.
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Event Description
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It was reported that when the surgeon placed the bone cement into the femoral cavity, the patient's blood pressure dropped rapidly.The patient was treated in the intensive care unit however, the patient died the same day.It is unknown if the patient's death was related to the device.Due diligence is completed for this complaint; to date whatever additional information received has been captured.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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(b)(4).No product was returned or pictures provided; visual and dimensional evaluations could not be performed.An iso-setting test has been performed.A retain sample of same batch has been tested in the laboratory under standardized conditions.No unusual cement paste temperature and hardening time has been noticed.A review of the device manufacturing records confirmed no abnormalities or deviations that could be related to the reported event.A review of the raw material certificate confirmed no abnormalities or deviations.A review of the sterilization certificate confirmed no abnormalities or deviations.Device is used for treatment.Medical records were not provided.With the available information, a definitive root cause cannot be determined.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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Event Description
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No further event information available at the time of this report.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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