This event is recorded with zimmer biomet under (b)(4).This medwatch is being filed as an initial / final report based on information discovered during the device evaluation.No product was returned or pictures provided; functional, visual, and/or dimensional evaluations could not be performed.Lot identification is necessary for review of device history records, and lot identification was not provided.A definitive root cause cannot be determined.The event cannot be confirmed.If any further information is found which would change or alter any conclusions or information, a supplemental report will be filed accordingly.Zimmer biomet will continue to monitor for trends.Multiple mdr reports were filed for this event, please see associated report: 0001526350-2023-01410-1 h3 other text : product was not returned.
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It was reported that during surgery, the dermatome did not produce an even graft.It was skipping a chunk in the middle.There was no information provided regarding any patient harm or surgical delay that may have occurred.During device investigation it was discovered that the blade may have contributed to the reported event.Due diligence is complete, no further information is available.
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