MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ZIMMER BIOMET, INC. TPRLC 133 T1 PPS SO 15X150MM; PROSTHESIS, HIP

Catalog Number 51-103150

Device Problem Packaging Problem (3007)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 12/04/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported by the distributorship that while inspecting their stock, the sterile packaging was found to be damaged.Attempts have been made and no further information is available.

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4).Multiple mdr reports were filed for this event, please see associated reports: 0001825034-2023-03048, 0001825034-2023-03049, 0001825034-2023-03050, 0001825034-2023-03052, 0001825034-2023-03053.G2: japan.Product has been received by zimmer biomet and the investigation is in process.Once the investigation has been completed, a follow-up mdr will be submitted.

Event Description

No additional event information to report at this time.

Manufacturer Narrative

(b)(4).This follow-up report is being submitted to relay additional information.Visual examination of the returned product/provided photos identified damage to the sterile packaging (blister).Sterility has been compromised.The reported event has been confirmed by evaluation of the returned product and provided photos.Dhr was reviewed and no discrepancies related to the reported event were found.The condition of the device when it left zimmer biomet is considered conforming to specification.The root cause of the reported event can be attributed to transit damage and a packaging design issue.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.

• Brand Name: TPRLC 133 T1 PPS SO 15X150MM
• Type of Device: PROSTHESIS, HIP
• 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: 18382375
• MDR Text Key: 331198754
• Report Number: 0001825034-2023-03051
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LZO
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: JA
• PMA/PMN Number: K200196
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 02/15/2024

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/22/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 02/29/2024
• Device Catalogue Number: 51-103150
• Device Lot Number: 3256034
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 12/19/2023
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 02/14/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 02/17/2014
• 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