Catalog Number 6020-0537 |
Device Problems
Detachment Of Device Component (1104); Disassembly (1168); Mechanical Problem (1384); Device Dislodged or Dislocated (2923); Naturally Worn (2988)
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Patient Problems
Injury (2348); No Information (3190)
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Event Date 04/02/2014 |
Event Type
Injury
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Event Description
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The femoral head disassociated off an accolade stem.The surgeon commented on trunnion wear and proceeded to a fully coated ha stem.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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An event regarding trunnion wear involving an accolade tmzf hip stem #5 was reported.The event was not confirmed.Device evaluation not performed as no items were returned.Medical records evaluation not performed as no items were returned.A device history review indicated all devices accepted into final stock met specifications.There have been no other events for the lot referenced.The exact cause of the event could not be determined because further information is needed.No further investigation for this event is possible at this time.
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Event Description
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The femoral head disassociated off an accolade stem.The surgeon commented on trunnion wear and proceeded to a fully coated ha stem.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Additional information has been requested and if received, will be provided in the supplemental report upon completion of the investigation.Device not available.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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An event regarding trunnion wear involving an accolade tmzf hip stem #5 was reported.The event was confirmed.Method & results: device evaluation and results: not performed as no items were returned, photographs of the explanted devices were provided.The photo that shows a metal head with lot id 21297003 shows a explanted stem some debris and damage almost oval trunnion.There is a stem that shows damage on the trunnion area with some explantation marks and cover in body fluids.Conclusions: the event was confirmed from the photographs provided of the disassociation of the head from the stem, unfortunately the root cause could not be determined because the devices were not returned for evaluation and insufficient medical information was provided.If the devices and/or additional information are received, this investigation will be reopened and re-evaluated.
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Event Description
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The femoral head disassociated off an accolade stem.The surgeon commented on trunnion wear and proceeded to a fully coated ha stem.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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